RILINDI AI/PROCESS/ 50 witnesses withdrawn [sic?] RILINDI AI/PROCESS/ 50 witnesses withdrawn The Alia case: Ruli speaks In the hall and Pashko. Shehu A moment from the trial. 'Asidri' (photo M. P.) Yesterday, during about the first 20 minutes of the court hearing for former president Ramiz Alia, the other defendants and five accused arrested since 6 December 1991, proceedings took place in the overcrowded chamber of the Court of Cassation before hundreds of people. Public interest was very high. Interest from Albanian and foreign media was also very high. PD leaders Pjetër Arbnori, Tritan Shehu and Aleksandër Meksi also entered the hall, while its leader, Sali Berisha, was in his office. As soon as the judicial panel chaired by Pjetër Celibashi opened the session, defendant Ramiz Alia asked for the trial to be postponed. More precisely, for the hearing of the witnesses, who are numerous, to be postponed. Alia initially asked that only those witnesses whose testimony he considered essential be presented. He then requested that another 45 witnesses not be presented either. TIANE - Among the accused who requested a postponement of the trial, even though yesterday's court session marked a victory for justice, they have also withdrawn their own requests. It was the President of the Court of Cassation, Pjetër Celibashi, who, on behalf of the judicial panel, clarified the session and explained that the trial would continue according to the rules, giving the parties the opportunity to present their requests. TIANE - In yesterday's session, debates over the presentation of witnesses were also noted, while outside the hall public interest continued. Afterwards, the trial moved into the phase of hearing the parties' positions. Some parts of the text are illegible [?].

The Socialists reveal their intentions “With a coalition, even the votes of the Democrats, above, really after the form...” “With a coalition, even the votes of the Democrats, above, really after-form...” TIANE - There will be no pre-electoral alliance of the Socialists in this year's parliamentary elections. This idea will take hold because it emerged for the first time from yesterday's meeting held at the central headquarters of the SP in Tirana. The National Steering Committee, as well as the presidency of the National Assembly of this party, decided not to cooperate before the elections with any political formation. 'In this way our victory will be more certain and not dependent on anyone,' said one of the party leaders. However, the meeting stressed that after the elections there may be a political agreement for governing. From monitoring the meeting it was understood that the Socialists aim to present themselves as the only opposition force facing the PD. According to some participants, this choice is linked to the need to preserve the party's political profile. Some parts of the text are unclear [?].

Mili Lamnoriça TIANE - A controversy has broken out between the writer Ismail Kadare and the Italian director Gianni Amelio, concerning the interpretation of a film project and some earlier statements. The debate has been reflected in the press and commented on by cultural circles. According to sources, the writer reacted to some of the director's comments, describing them as inaccurate. On the other hand, reactions in support of Amelio have also been published. The article continues with other details that are not clearly legible [?].

Scorpion “We want lots of kids” Another small text in the column, partially illegible [?].

The archaeological site is being raised SARANDE - It seems that the ancient object recently discovered in Sarandë will have a special value for history and tourism. Archaeology specialists have stated that a project is expected for the protection and organization of the area. The text continues with other details that are illegible [?].

Criminal police detain four people GJIROKASTER - Police units have seized a quantity of cigarettes brought in by smuggling and have detained four suspected people. According to sources, the goods were being transported illegally. Possible links of those detained to other smuggling networks are being investigated. Some parts are not clearly legible [?].

Albania-USA agreement TIRANE - It will be another agreement between Albania and the USA, expected to affect the field of investments and their protection. The authorities have stated that the document is important for the country's economic climate. Further comments and other unclear details are given [?]. Expensive gas of IAP ... [?]

Dibra, today with “fighting” Kukësi managed to end up with “fighting” [?] Lushnja, no water Tepelena, “terror” Kukësi, managed to end up with “fighting” [?] A few brief notes on events from the districts, partly illegible [?].

Horoscope, everything about 1995 for Bees Horoscope, everything about 1995 for Bees WHAT WILL 1995 BE LIKE? TIANE - Bees will be successful at work and in their relationship with their partner. There is a possibility of increased income and frequent travel during the year. Be careful in spring about fatigue and tension. It is time for positive changes.

China in Italian politics Di Pietro in Rome Former judges in place of Berlusconi? PAGE 2 An Albanian house in Paris's sights Sued by a Greek firm ON PAGE 3

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