TESTIMONY OF ALI CENAS / It seems that, in the dispute, the prime minister phoned Enver Hoxha CAMO SHKODRO TIRANA — Ali Cena, the former head of the video team covering Mehmet Shehu and his death, testifies that he was asked several times about the circumstances in which the prime minister of the time met his death. “On the night of 17 December 1981, Mehmet Shehu died. The next morning, around seven o’clock, I went by a special vehicle up to the hills by the lake where Villa 4 of the Block was located. There the Minister of Internal Affairs, Hekuran Isai, had also arrived. Shortly after I got there, Haxhi Lleshi would also arrive.” Without at all clarifying the circumstances of Prime Minister Mehmet Shehu’s death, the top bodies of the communist nomenklatura, besides the grand funeral, also publicly denounced him as an “enemy of the Party and a polyagent.” The former communist prime minister had been considered Enver Hoxha’s most favoured person. “Now he had to be denounced…” the one who cheerfully and firmly described the door to humiliation. Ali Cena, former head of the group of cameramen of Albanian Radio-Television, assigned to the filming team for official ceremonies, is the man who recorded everything on magnetic tape. He testifies that in an investigative process with numerous repeated questions he found himself under pressure to say things he had not seen. “They asked me to accuse Kadri Hazbiu,” he implies in his file. Because of his professional position, Cena had filmed and been close to many state events related to Shehu. The former questioners sought details about the relationship between Mehmet Shehu and the top structures of the state, as well as about the movements of the final days. His testimony shows that he saw at close hand the preparations for the funeral ceremonies and the internal contradictions that followed the prime minister’s sensational death. He further states that on one occasion, after a discussion, the prime minister phoned Enver Hoxha. This part of the testimony is presented as one of the strongest details of the account. According to him, there were also film materials and sound recordings that could shed more light on the circumstances, but not everything was preserved or allowed to be used. On some 30 pages of tape, according to the newspaper’s presentation, there is another truth about the end of Mehmet Shehu and the efforts to steer the investigation toward an official version. Ali Cena’s testimony casts doubt on the way the political accusation was built after the prime minister’s death. This English translation: “They asked me to accuse Kadri Hazbiu” In 30 pages of tape, the truth about Mehmet Shehu Testimony of Ali Cena / It seems that in the argument, the prime minister phoned Enver Hoxha. TIRANA — Ali Cena, an old video technician linked to the filming of official ceremonies, says he was repeatedly questioned about the circumstances of Mehmet Shehu’s death. He suggests that investigators pushed him to say things he had not seen and that they wanted him to accuse Kadri Hazbiu. He also recalls details from the morning after 17 December 1981 and hints that recordings and films existed which could have clarified events. Traduzione italiana: “Mi chiesero di accusare Kadri Hazbiu” In 30 pagine di nastro la verità su Mehmet Shehu Testimonianza di Ali Cena / Pare che durante la discussione il primo ministro telefonò a Enver Hoxha. TIRANA — Ali Cena, vecchio addetto alle riprese video delle cerimonie ufficiali, afferma di essere stato interrogato più volte sulle circostanze della morte di Mehmet Shehu. Lascia intendere che gli inquirenti lo spinsero a dire cose che non aveva visto e che volevano che accusasse Kadri Hazbiu. Ricorda anche particolari della mattina successiva al 17 dicembre 1981 e suggerisce che esistevano registrazioni audio e filmati che avrebbero potuto chiarire meglio i fatti. Former communist prime minister Shehu Ali Cena, former RTV Shqiptar video specialist, who captured the former prime minister’s last day

Strict controls on imports FATOS XHAKU TIRANA — A new pattern is emerging on the Albanian borders: trucks carrying suspicious materials, industrial waste, and loads that raise concerns about environmental impact. The Environment Committee is calling for urgent action and stronger controls on every import entering the country. According to initial data, there are suspicions that materials failing to meet standards are being attempted to be brought in from neighboring countries, while customs authorities often do not have sufficient equipment to verify the contents. The issue is also seen with concern because of the long-term consequences for soil and water. Committee representatives are demanding that procedures for blocking, returning, or destroying illegal shipments be clearly defined. They insist that Albania must not become a host country for foreign waste. This English translation: Waste trafficking from neighboring countries toward Albania Intervention by the Environment Committee Strict controls on imports TIRANA — A worrying new phenomenon is appearing at Albanian borders: trucks carrying suspicious materials, industrial waste, and loads with possible environmental impact. The Environment Committee is calling for urgent intervention and stricter controls on imports entering the country. Traduzione italiana: Traffico di rifiuti dai paesi vicini verso l’Albania Intervento del Comitato per l’Ambiente Controlli severi sulle importazioni TIRANA — Un nuovo fenomeno preoccupante si manifesta ai confini albanesi: camion con materiali sospetti, rifiuti industriali e carichi con possibile impatto ambientale. Il Comitato per l’Ambiente chiede un intervento urgente e controlli più severi su tutte le importazioni in ingresso nel paese.

BRUNO JAGI Shkodër — A serious incident has shaken public opinion after the brutal attack on a journalist, who is in serious condition in hospital. The Journalists’ Association responded immediately, calling for the arrest of the perpetrators and the full clarification of the event. According to the first reactions, the attack is considered a blow to free speech and the journalist’s profession. The organization has called on the authorities not to treat the case as an ordinary incident, but as an act that harms the media climate and the right to information. In its statement, the Journalists’ Association calls for protection for press workers and a swift investigation. Meanwhile, colleagues of the injured journalist have stated that he had covered sensitive topics and that the attack may be linked to his work. This English translation: A journalist is attacked: he is in serious condition in hospital Journalists’ Association: “Arrest the culprits” Shkodër — A serious incident has shocked public opinion after a brutal attack on a journalist, who is now in grave condition in hospital. The Journalists’ Association reacted immediately, demanding the arrest of the perpetrators and full clarification of the event. Traduzione italiana: Aggredito un giornalista: è grave in ospedale Associazione dei Giornalisti: “Arrestate i colpevoli” Scutari — Un grave episodio ha scosso l’opinione pubblica dopo la brutale aggressione a un giornalista, ora ricoverato in gravi condizioni. L’Associazione dei Giornalisti ha reagito subito chiedendo l’arresto degli autori e il pieno chiarimento dell’accaduto.

TIRANA — This week too, the capital has been shaken by a serious criminal घटना. A 28-year-old man has been beaten to death with a shotgun by still unidentified persons, while police have begun searching for the perpetrators. According to initial sources, the victim was shot under still unclear circumstances and died immediately. Investigators are checking possible leads, including personal conflicts and other motives. The incident has caused shock in the area and has renewed concern about order and public safety in the capital. Police have called on citizens to provide any useful information for solving the crime. This English translation: Tirana: a 28-year-old man is struck dead with a shotgun Police search for the two unknown killers TIRANA — This week too, the capital has been shaken by a serious criminal event. A 28-year-old man was fatally shot with a shotgun by still unidentified persons, while police have started searching for the perpetrators. Traduzione italiana: Tirana: un giovane di 28 anni ucciso con un fucile da caccia La polizia cerca i due assassini sconosciuti TIRANA — Anche questa settimana la capitale è stata scossa da un grave fatto criminale. Un giovane di 28 anni è stato ucciso con un fucile da caccia da persone ancora non identificate, mentre la polizia ha avviato le ricerche degli autori.

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