Will he speak this time? TIRANË - John A. Gow is set to speak again at the court hearing, but under what status he is coming back to Albania remains unclear. The official confirmation of his arrival is expected from the police, which will decide in what capacity he will appear in Tiranë. It is understood that he is coming to Albania for the third time, to take part in the court proceedings taking place in Tiranë. He arrives after statements made a week earlier in London, where he said he knew the person who had hidden the gold. According to Gow, the person who hid the gold in Albania is known to state structures. He has also stated that he can provide new evidence about its whereabouts. In Albania, the proceedings against him have drawn great public attention because of their connection to the stolen gold. Sources close to the court say his testimony may help fully clarify the case. However, until now there has been no clear official statement about what role he will have in the hearing. His arrival is expected to be accompanied by special security measures. It is also not ruled out that he may be questioned by the prosecutor’s office about other people involved in this story.

The fifth one “disappears” on his own private initiative In Korçë, two “returns” begin for a few hours. Yesterday in Qafë e Hardhë, Ardmand Mero was stopped on page 3 TIRANË - A few hours before the deadline for the fugitives’ return expired, two of them voluntarily surrendered to police stations. One of them appeared in Korçë, while the other in Tiranë. Police sources said these individuals came forward to take advantage of the set deadline and avoid more serious criminal prosecution. Meanwhile, another fugitive was detained while on the move and immediately taken to a cell. The police operation to bring back the fugitives continued throughout the day. Checkpoints were set up in several cities and inspections were carried out on major roads. According to preliminary data, the number of those who have returned is still low compared with the number of people who remain on the run. The authorities have repeated the call for them to appear voluntarily before the deadline expires. Otherwise, harsher measures will be applied against them and the searches will continue across the country.

The prosecution still has the big unanswered questions TIRANË - It will be parliament that decides the fate of the former chief prosecutor. The news is reported by sources linked to the procedures launched for the much-discussed case. According to these sources, the prosecution has still not resolved all the major questions raised by the indictment, and the documentation is expected to be completed before the case is sent for review. At the center of the debate are the actions carried out while in office and the corresponding responsibilities. In political circles, the case has triggered different reactions, while a heated discussion in parliament is expected. Sources close to the investigation suggest that the decision will have political and legal consequences. For the moment, no exact deadline has been made public for the full review of the file.

The actor arrived in Rinas three photographers of the great comedian TIRANË - The well-known figure arrived nearby [?]. According to sources, he was welcomed by local representatives and by a group of journalists and photographers. His visit has drawn particular interest because of his well-known name and his ties to the world of art. Several photographs were also taken at Rinas airport, and these are expected to be published. Further details about his schedule have not been made known. The news has been followed with interest especially in cultural circles.

The former police chief explains the reasons and circumstances... The former police chief explains the reasons and circumstances of the handover, according to his version. He says the decision was made after contact with his family and after concluding that there was no other way. In the interview he also speaks about relations with his subordinates, the actions of the last few days, and the accusations against him. According to him, some of the claims are false and will be clarified as the investigation continues. In the end he says that surrendering was the only way to avoid an escalation of the situation and to face justice. Ismet D[...] leaving with police [?]

The police are searching for the fourth man LUSHNJË - Only one day has passed since the arrest of three people suspected of being the perpetrators of the massacre. According to the police, the operation has continued and another person has also been identified and is still being sought. The arrested individuals are being questioned, and the first testimonies are expected to reveal new details about the motives and circumstances of the event. The incident has caused great shock in the area and law-enforcement forces have increased controls. The investigation is being carried out intensively to uncover the entire network involved. Police sources say the fourth person is suspected of having played an important role in organizing the event.

Shkodër - A young man was injured following a conflict that took place last night. According to local sources, the injured man was taken immediately to hospital and is under medical care. The police have launched an investigation to identify the perpetrator and the causes of the incident. Witnesses at the scene said the conflict broke out suddenly. Law-enforcement forces are also checking whether the incident is linked to earlier disagreements between the young people involved.

Frost continues in the North: 20,000 residents isolated An alarm has begun over food supplies Durrës "He opened an acupuncture clinic" In the north of the country, low temperatures and snowfall have isolated around 20,000 residents. Roads linking the mountain areas have become impassable in some sections, while local authorities have called for immediate intervention. The biggest problem remains the supply of food and medicine for the trapped inhabitants. In some villages there is no electricity and communications have become difficult. Emergency services are trying to clear the main roads and deliver aid. Meanwhile, meteorologists are forecasting that the cold weather will continue in the coming days.

Comment Albanian specialist witness to the terrible Japanese earthquake TIRANE - In the "land of the rising sun" one learns how the Albanian survives... [?] the Albanian specialist who is in Japan has recounted his experiences during the powerful earthquake that struck the country. He describes the moments of panic, the strong shaking, and the immediate consequences in the affected areas. According to him, emergency services were organized quickly, but the material damage and psychological shock were immense. In his testimony he also dwells on the reaction of Japanese citizens and the discipline shown in the face of the disaster. For the Albanian specialist, this experience remains one of the hardest he has ever gone through. (continued on page 6)

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