Zef Brozi: "After the trial they threatened me..." Angel or devil? TIRANE - 24 hours after the decision on the partial amnesty in favor of the 5 imprisoned judges and the 6-year prison sentence for the 5 former OMONIA officials, the atmosphere in Tirana remains highly tense. In view of the reaction to the decision, the Presidium of the Court of Cassation held an extraordinary meeting yesterday and issued a statement condemning the attacks on the person of its chairman Zef Brozi. At the same time, the Council of Ministers remained silent and decided not to comment on Wednesday. During yesterday’s day there were many developments around the case. It was announced that the detained OMONIA members would be released that same day. At 11:25 p.m. the last group of them, made up of 4 people, after spending 30 hours in prison, departed for Kakavijë. After their release, they stated that they felt well and that, except for the first days, they had not been mistreated. At Rinas airport yesterday, Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Jorgo Romeos arrived and immediately headed to Sarandë. He is expected to leave today for Athens. The Greek ambassador in Tirana, Mihal Spiridonakos, also traveled last night to Sarandë to spend the first night together with those convicted. Meanwhile, the Greek presidential spokesperson also announced that official Athens considered the release of the 4 minorities to be a positive act. MORE ON PAGE 3 ARMAN MERO Albania, through the Prosecutor’s Office, delayed the release of the minorities Ed.1.1.

TIRANE - The initial investigations have focused mainly on the murder weapon. According to police information, the weapon used in the killing was a small-caliber firearm. It is believed that the perpetrator acted alone. Police sources said the victim was found in her home and that material evidence was collected at the scene. Investigators do not rule out different leads, while the victim’s possible links to trafficking networks are being checked. Photograph

Tropojë The municipal seal disappears TROPOJE - A vehicle and official municipal documents are stolen. Yesterday morning the police began investigations after a complaint filed by municipal officials about the missing seal and several documents. Official sources said the role of employees and of people who entered the building is being verified. According to the first testimonies, the disappearance was noticed in the administrative offices. There are still no arrests. Edmod Lasi

It was private TIRANE - Yesterday the activity of the private radio broadcasting in the capital without a proper license was not reopened. Official sources said the police and the relevant authorities intervened to suspend it. The closure comes after recent days’ debates over the operation of unlicensed media. The radio’s publishers opposed the decision, describing it as unfair. Blerim Reka

A fine of up to 1 million for anyone who lies A bill on officials’ assets in parliament TIRANE - The new bill on the declaration of assets of senior state officials provides for strong measures against concealment or false declaration. According to the draft, anyone who lies about their assets can be fined up to 1 million lek. The document is expected to be presented to Parliament. Parliamentary sources said the law aims to increase public and administrative control over officials’ assets. If adopted, it will affect a broad range of officials, including ministers, MPs and institution heads. Document from Parliament

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Durrës, 2,000 unauthorized constructions Krujë, history of atrocities in cooperation INSIDE Krujë, history of atrocities in cooperation M. HUSÇI on page 3 Durrës, 2,000 unauthorized constructions on page 3 Parliament, another law on property Gj. PILIKA on page 2 The dollar exchange rate in currency on 8.2.1995 Currency Buying selling Buying selling $/% Dollar 93.20 93.30 93.20 93.20 38.00 Mark 50.30 50.40 50.35 50.40 38.00 Livre 61.35 61.50 61.35 61.40 39.00 Drachma 0.60 0.62 0.60 0.60 39.20 Lira 95.00 95.30 95.00 95.00 39.10 Exchange rate of currencies 8.2.1995

Officials’ files are being examined by the prosecutor’s office Samdor scandal See in the prosecutor’s office the files of officials ELBASAN - The Prosecutor’s investigations into the financial scandal known as "Samdor" have entered a new phase. Several files have been sent to the investigating bodies for further verification. Local sources said additional statements and evidence are being collected. ON PAGE 3

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