One of the Omonia figures speaks Kosta Grillo: You are the shadow of the sun, waiting for the trial, the effort beyond the river beyond everyone else [?]. STERJO KOTA - Omonia held its latest meeting, where it analyzed the situation created after the arrest of five of its leaders. The meeting, which lasted five and a half hours, was attended by members of Omonia’s general council and representatives of political parties in Greece. The special session of Omonia’s general council, chaired by its president Vasil Bollano, was held behind closed doors. At the end, Omonia appealed to the Albanian and Greek governments to calm the situation. In the appeal, Omonia further called on Greek and Albanian leaders to show restraint, avoid inflammatory rhetoric, and let justice do its work. The session also discussed the fate of the five detainees and the preparation of their defense. Omonia described the trial as politically motivated and called for international monitoring. Different views were also expressed at the meeting regarding Albanian-Greek relations and the impact this issue is having on the Greek minority in Albania. In the end, it was decided to continue political mobilization and informing public opinion at home and abroad.

“I am for dialogue” Qirjako Piroseti. (photo H. Pusila) TIRANA - The head of Greek diplomacy, Karolos Papulias, said yesterday that Greece is ready for dialogue with Tirana and does not want an escalation of tensions. He stated that the issue of those arrested should be handled calmly and within the framework of the law, while the media and politics should avoid tones that inflame the situation. Papulias stressed that relations between the two countries are important and must be based on understanding and communication. In his statement, he also spoke about the diplomatic efforts being made in Athens and Tirana. According to him, Greece expects clarifications from the Albanian authorities and sees dialogue as the only path to a solution.

Both the prosecution and the defense are asking for them The trial is postponed until next Monday TIRANA - Serious and sensational crimes continue to attract public attention. In yesterday’s court hearing against the defendant known as “Mystery” Lika, the prosecution and the defense submitted new requests for the questioning of additional witnesses. The court decided to postpone the trial until next Monday, in order to admit the evidence and present the testimonies in full. The debate in the courtroom focused on the credibility of certain statements and on the contradictions between the parties. Defense lawyers asked for time to verify some materials, while the prosecution insisted that the review continue. The postponement decision was received with interest, as the case has generated wide public resonance.

TIRANA - More and more critical voices are being raised against the urban situation and public order in the cities. In Elbasan, according to the published notes, the problems remain unchecked construction, a lack of civic discipline, and damage to public spaces. Residents complain about dirt, noise, and abuses in the neighborhoods, while local authorities promise measures. The article also describes concern that the city’s appearance is being harmed by inappropriate behavior and a lack of administrative control.

While two traders are arrested TIRANA - Another daily chronicle reports the arrest of two traders, while other individuals were declared innocent. According to the notice, the operation was linked to an economic investigation and suspicions of violations in commercial activity. After preliminary checks, some of those detained were released, while criminal proceedings continue against two persons. The authorities said the investigations would continue to clarify individual responsibilities.

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