Zani behind bars, his notoriety outside. Prosecutor’s Office: Capital punishment for Zani, the gang and the 16-year-old bodyguard

The PD will continue its protests without the solidarity of the political forces of “Union for Democracy.” A new escalation of the Democrats’ action is expected this week, spurred by the “Hajdari precedent.” Following the signal from the EC and other international bodies to find a path to political compromise with the governing side, the PD opposition insists on reaffirming its values through street populism and mass revolts. Meanwhile, it has been learned that... [text continues outside the frame] the order to return to parliamentary life was conveyed to the forces of “Union for Democracy” by the Democrats’ own leadership, with the aim of making a possible counterbalance to the Socialists’ propaganda about their position. “Union for Democracy,” even without the PD, is expected to create a tense atmosphere in Parliament, constantly seeking interpellations with government leaders and issuing anti-government statements focused on the narrow scope of the Nano 3 cabinet. The interpellation with Minister Malaj, the request for which has been submitted to the Parliament’s Presidium, will perhaps be the week’s most spectacular scene. The issue of pyramid schemes and the tendency to prejudge not only the firms and companies but also the justice system, through accusations of fraud and corruption, will be presented to the government as a nationwide problem requiring a rational solution rather than government violence. The political forces of the “Centre-Right” are determined to put forward their arguments in support of the interests of the thousands of creditors waiting to learn the companies’ future fate. Private sources from the PD headquarters explain that the initiative by right-wing MPs to punish the government’s policy on pyramid schemes is part of the PD’s strategy of revenge. The PD believes that the SP will emerge from its fight with the borrowing companies defeated, giving the opposition a serious advantage in beginning its struggle for power. In any case, political life in the country has greatly narrowed its own scope, creating a closed circle. Revenge is the watchword of the day. It applies not only to global politics, but also to the confrontational governance the Socialists are pursuing. The government’s heavy sword, however, does not inspire a calm, measured and loyal policy based on a spirit of reconciliation and the safeguarding of values. “Republika,” Sami Frashëri Street, near “Petro Nini Luarasi” High School, Tirana, Account No. 986/110, Tirana Commercial Bank. Tel/Fax 259 88 Tel. 230 90

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Photos: Geri Noka VEFA becomes a joint venture with the Americans; administrators take the keys to “Kamberi,” “Silva” and “Cenaj” Pages 2, 8

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Vranicki washes his hands of Albania. Berisha ill. Hajdari shows his wounds and recalls his memories