GOVERNMENT The ministers are appointed. Shehi and Vrioni replace Kopliku and Uka, Zhulali stays, while Cela and Spaho also leave. Who will lead the Ministry of Labour? Here are Meksi’s new people But the PR immediately leaves the coalition FATOS BAXHAKU TIRANA — A new cabinet led by Meksi came into being on Sunday. About half of the ministers changed their previous posts, including Meksi’s former deputies Uka and Kopliku. The decision announced on Sunday at the headquarters caused immediate reactions within the parties. The harshest of all seems to be that of the Republicans, who announced their withdrawal and that of their group from the Government. Thus Meksi’s current cabinet is in fact a coalition between PD and PSD, the latter now represented by Minister of Culture Laço. In an interview with Gazeta Shqiptare, the Republicans’ first meeting was addressed by their leader himself, Godo. “Today I formally told Meksi that we are no longer part of the coalition,” Godo said. “We have long declared that the government should make deep changes in the way it governs, and it should do so through a carefully studied programme, although this was not done through the relevant decisions.” The Republicans’ move has also left one cabinet post of Meksi’s government unnamed. In the official announcement distributed on Sunday, the name of the new Minister of Labour no longer appears on the list of new ministers. This post had been proposed to the Republicans, but they did not accept it. “Talks were held these days, but we did not reach an agreement, not because we are against individual candidacies but for the reasons stated above,” said Godo. Only a few moments earlier, Shehi of the PD had said in Tirana that this post had been proposed to the PD. The Socialist opposition has once again reiterated its skepticism. “We wish the new ministers good work,” said the Deputy Chairman of the PS, Servet Pëllumbi, for Gazeta Shqiptare, “but we do not believe anything will change in the current problems. In my opinion, more than changing people, the Government should take a harder line in the fight against corruption in all forms and, secondly, carry out a full analysis of the whole governance to identify its weak points. That cannot be done with one stroke.” In the PD, by contrast, they believe the changes will bring a new spirit to the Government. According to Tritan Shehu, this is the main reason for the appointment of the new ministers. And the accusations of corruption? “No one can be accused without evidence. Of course I cannot deny that there may be corruption in some ministry, but concrete proof is needed for that. The main objective of the new government’s arrival is to give the government a new breath.” Ministers removed from the cabinet: Bashkim Kopliku, Deputy Prime Minister Rexhep Uka, Minister without Portfolio for Local Government Kudret Çela, Minister of Justice Pirro Disha, Minister of Economy and Finance Ilir Mëhilli, Minister of Construction, Housing and Territorial Planning Fatos Bitincka, Minister of Transport Edmond Spaho, Minister of Tourism New appointments in the Government: Agron Musaraj, Minister of Internal Affairs Dashamir Shehi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Construction and Tourism Dylber Vrioni, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance Arben Brokaj, Minister of Industry, Transport and Trade Njazi Kosovrasti, Secretary of State for Local Government Hektor Frashëri, Minister of Justice Teodor Laço, Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports Government headquarters Meksi’s government spared Zhulali in the Ministry of Defence, whose position had been shaken considerably after the votes in the PD National Council. The explanation seems to be that this time it was Meksi, not Berisha, who prevailed. “The decision to leave Zhulali in post,” said one of the senior PD leaders, “is a compromise between the President and the Prime Minister. The former wanted him to remain in the post he had.”

Sport Bari continues to climb Italian football dominated by Parma and Juventus Sosa (Inter), on the left, scorer of Cremonese’s goal “Tirana” queen of '94 On page 3 “Euro '96”, Albania in Germany On page 3 From UEFA, the new championship On page 5 [EN] Sport. Bari continues to climb. Italian football dominated by Parma and Juventus. Sosa (Inter), on the left, scorer against Cremonese. “Tirana”, queen of '94 — on page 3. “Euro '96”, Albania in Germany — on page 3. From UEFA, the new championship — on page 5. [IT] Sport. Bari continua a salire. Il calcio italiano dominato da Parma e Juventus. Sosa (Inter), a sinistra, autore del gol contro la Cremonese. “Tirana” regina del '94 — a pagina 3. “Euro '96”, Albania in Germania — a pagina 3. Dalla UEFA il nuovo campionato — a pagina 5.

Elbasan, exemplary court sentence ELBASAN — The court of Elbasan has sentenced 27-year-old M.A. to 10 years in prison; he was brought before the bench accused of “sexual relations by force with a minor”. The disgraceful incident, which had also outraged public opinion, had taken place in May. It was precisely M.A. who had deceived a 13-year-old girl. After luring her into his car, he took her to the outskirts of the city, where he committed the criminal act. The rapist then managed to reach Italy. But the hope of escaping justice lasted only a few days, thanks to cooperation between Albanian police and Interpol. M.A. has been repatriated to be punished not with seven but nine months and to hand over the evidence to the Minister of Police in Elbasan. The evidence gathered by the investigators forced him to be thrown into handcuffs and made the author of the crime. Lezhë, 12-year-old dies in an accident while going to school LEZHË — She had set out for school but ended up under the wheels of a car. This is the tragedy of 12-year-old R. C., from the village of Ishull-Lezhë, who lost her life on Saturday in the Tirana hospital. It must have been an accidental mishap that would have warned the government. Meanwhile, the first investigations by the police inspectorate showed that the car that took the girl’s life was being driven by a man later identified in connection with the serious incident. I. R.

It was 14 million lekë stolen Gjirokastra GJIROKASTËR — A miracle has brought an anxious wait to an end. The four robbers themselves returned to the Greek merchant living in Gjirokastër, Kosta Cibuçi, the torn bag containing 14 million lekë, restoring his good spirits. It had been quite a theft carried out in the city of stone. The robbers had entered Çibuçi’s house through the window and taken the money without leaving a trace. His wife and the private security [? Exactly after four days — when all hope had been lost — the miracle happened. An unknown person handed the Greek merchant the bag along with the impressive sum of money. It was not only a matter for the merchant. All the reports proved it, and the police and companions were among those detained by the police for investigation. Ra. Ko. [EN] The stolen amount was 14 million lekë. The robbers return the merchant’s money. Gjirokastër — An apparent miracle ended an anxious wait: the robbers themselves returned to the Greek merchant living in Gjirokastër, Kosta Cibuçi, the torn bag with 14 million lekë. The theft had been carried out from his home through a window. Four days later, when all hope seemed lost, an unknown person returned the bag with the impressive sum. [IT] Erano 14 milioni di lek rubati. I rapinatori restituiscono al commerciante il denaro. Gjirokastër — Un’apparente meraviglia ha posto fine all’angoscia: i rapinatori stessi hanno restituito al commerciante greco residente a Gjirokastër, Kosta Cibuçi, la borsa strappata con 14 milioni di lek. Il furto era stato compiuto entrando dalla finestra della sua abitazione. Quattro giorni dopo, quando ogni speranza sembrava persa, una persona sconosciuta ha restituito la borsa con l’ingente somma.

From Korça to Tirana, now by plane. The first flights have begun at Korça airport. After an early intervention by the air agency “Mal Usl”, the new transport service has started operating. It is expected to be used for medical emergencies, tourism and business. English magazine for Albanian traders, It will be published in England but will be available only for Albania. “Brilliant” is the new trade magazine that will soon come into circulation. Its publication is the result of an agreement between the Department of Trade and Industry and the company Office Angels and Thomas Tregtare of Albania. This magazine will be issued in 20,000 copies — it will provide detailed information and data about various companies operating together in Britain. Driloni, even more beautiful. The enterprise “Drilon” has taken on a new appearance. After a reconstruction carried out some time ago, in which 13,000 dollars were invested to clean and beautify 16,000 and the main courtyard and various services, its façade has also been changed. Visitors, and also the employees of “Drilon” themselves, have expressed satisfaction with the new conditions. [EN] Yesterday in Albania. From Korça to Tirana, now by plane. The first flights have started at Korça airport after intervention by the air agency “Mal Usl”; the new service is expected to be used for medical emergencies, tourism and business. English magazine for Albanian traders: “Brilliant” will be published in England but available for Albania; it is a new trade magazine produced through an agreement involving trade and industry bodies. Drilon, even more beautiful: the “Drilon” enterprise has been renovated and its façade changed after investment works. [IT] Ieri in Albania. Da Korça a Tirana, ora in aereo. Sono iniziati i primi voli all’aeroporto di Korça dopo l’intervento dell’agenzia aerea “Mal Usl”; il nuovo servizio sarà usato per emergenze mediche, turismo e affari. Rivista inglese per i commercianti albanesi: “Brilliant” sarà pubblicata in Inghilterra ma disponibile per l’Albania; è una nuova rivista commerciale nata da un accordo tra organismi del commercio e dell’industria. Driloni, ancora più bello: l’azienda “Drilon” è stata ristrutturata e la facciata è stata cambiata dopo lavori d’investimento.

Turkey supplied Sarajevo with weapons Turkey has sent weapons to Bosnia, thereby violating the UN embargo, says General Dogan Gures in an interview given to the Istanbul newspaper Hurriyet, specifying that the destination was the Sarajevo government, which received 90 percent of the weapons taken from Croatian authorities. From the interview, which includes details on these topics, it is not clear whether the weapons supply is still continuing. The reports are considered important because General Gures was chief of the general command and remains on active wartime status because of age. Hungary: 31 dead on a train There are 31 deaths in the railway incident that occurred on Friday in Hungary. The news was made public by the Hungarian agency MTI, which also specified that 59 people were hospitalized, three of them in very serious condition. At least 90 citizens from Budapest were at the train site. According to radio reports, the first two carriages of a local train heading toward the station, part of which had detached, collided with another train. [? Chechnya: Russia continues dialogue The Russian working commission has for government ...[?] [EN] Yesterday in the world. Turkey supplied arms to Sarajevo, according to General Dogan Gures in an interview with Hurriyet, despite the UN embargo. Hungary: 31 dead in a train accident; Hungarian agency MTI reported many injured as well. Chechnya: Russia continues dialogue. Some text is unclear. [IT] Ieri nel mondo. La Turchia ha fornito armi a Sarajevo, secondo il generale Dogan Gures in un’intervista a Hurriyet, nonostante l’embargo ONU. Ungheria: 31 morti in un incidente ferroviario; l’agenzia ungherese MTI ha riferito anche di numerosi feriti. Cecenia: la Russia continua il dialogo. Parte del testo non è chiara.

At the National Theatre, another modern drama ON PAGE 2 Bern tougher with immigrants ON THE LAST PAGE [EN] Inside. At the National Theatre, another modern drama — on page 2. Bern tougher with immigrants — on the last page. [IT] All’interno. Al Teatro Nazionale un altro dramma moderno — a pagina 2. Berna più dura con gli immigrati — all’ultima pagina.

WASHINGTON — The United States reaffirmed its commitment to use military force to defend the population of Kosovo if the Serbs were to start a war. “The policy of the United States has not changed,” said State Department spokeswoman Christine Shelly in a statement that coincided with the American visit of Croatian President Franjo Tuxhman in Rugovë. Who appeared [? Earlier, according to some sources, Rugova had requested that it be removed above [? In 1991, Belgrade made the policy of [? [EN] Washington confirms: “We will protect the Albanians of Kosovo”: the USA against the Serbs. Washington — The United States reaffirmed its commitment to use military force to protect Kosovo’s population if the Serbs start a war. State Department spokeswoman Christine Shelly said US policy had not changed. Parts of the text are unclear. [IT] Washington conferma: “Proteggeremo gli albanesi del Kosovo”: gli USA contro i serbi. Washington — Gli Stati Uniti hanno ribadito il loro impegno a usare la forza militare per proteggere la popolazione del Kosovo se i serbi inizieranno una guerra. La portavoce del Dipartimento di Stato, Christine Shelly, ha affermato che la politica americana non è cambiata. Parti del testo non sono chiare.

KOSOVO ALBANIA MACEDONIA ROMANIA BULGARIA MONTENEGRO Pejë Deçan Rahovec Gjakovë Prizren Ferizaj Gjilan Prishtinë Vushtrri Mitrovicë Zhuri Tetovë Shkup Sofje Bukuresht Greqi Jugosllavia [?] [EN] Map of Kosovo with regional labels and cities. [IT] Mappa del Kosovo con etichette regionali e città.

TIRANA BARI TIRANA TIRANA BARI TIRANA PROMOTIONAL FARE FOR ALBANIANS 110 USD (round trip) Tickets without reservation sold at Tirana airport or in Bari. PROMOTIONAL FARE FOR FOREIGNERS 250 USD = Valid only for round-trip flights with fixed dates. FARES VALID UNTIL 31 MARCH 1995 Rruga e Durrësit 57, TIRANA Tel (35542) 24301/32035/32114 - Fax (35542) 32017 BARI Airport Tel and Fax (390) 583800 - Tel (3931) 54070 [EN] ADA AIR. Tirana-Bari-Tirana. Promotional fares for Albanians: 110 USD round trip; tickets without reservation sold at Tirana airport or in Bari. Promotional fares for foreigners: 250 USD, valid only for round-trip flights with fixed dates. Fares valid until 31 March 1995. Address and phone/fax numbers listed. [IT] ADA AIR. Tirana-Bari-Tirana. Tariffe promozionali per gli albanesi: 110 USD andata e ritorno; biglietti senza prenotazione venduti all’aeroporto di Tirana o a Bari. Tariffe promozionali per stranieri: 250 USD, valide solo per voli andata e ritorno con date fisse. Tariffe valide fino al 31 marzo 1995. Indirizzo e numeri di telefono/fax indicati.