The PSE Bureau approves the declaration of the "Okatë" delegation for Albania Europeans against anti-genocide The Nano issue reappears in Brussels again From Brussels, where he is attending the session of the Council of Europe, Socialist MP Arben Malaj stated that "this issue was discussed with concern in the European forums." According to him, this matter was raised before the members of the PSE and the European Socialist Party (PSE), which strongly condemned the political purge in the administration and the report of the Albanian government. "Okatë" has heard the report of Shapirro[?]’s visit - it has adopted the statement previously prepared by him, thus taking a position against anti-genocide. According to it, it "aims to prove[?] that it can remove from office everyone who does not obey." The PSE delegation in Tirana (photo H. Pusina)

After the publication of the results YLORE[?] - One of the most talked-about surveys of recent weeks came out, according to which the opposition is continuing to decline. The poll published in one of Tirana’s newspapers drew attention not only for its numerical values but also for the way it was conducted. According to opposition sources, this study was prepared to order and does not reflect reality. Of the 104 questions asked to the 333 respondents, it is said that several essential methodological elements are missing. For this reason, the opposition describes it as a "targeted falsification" and demands full transparency about how the sample was selected. The study has sparked numerous debates in public opinion. Parliament

Page 3 The government approves a bill guaranteeing benefits for military personnel Supplementary insurance for the green uniforms Adhura[?] have the banks and the government[?] Free zones awaken parliamentary debate Albanian citizens are lining up for supplementary insurance that will include active and reserve military personnel. The new draft law provides for easier contribution payments, more favorable pension treatment, and a series of compensation measures in the event of accidents or disability. Government sources said the initiative is part of the broader reform in the defense sector.

DURRËS Employees of "gjarpër" protest at the Presidency On page 5 KRUJË Police tighten control over the city On page 5 TIRANË The property issue involves the Italians On page 5 TIRANË Karrigi leaves the PAD Assembly On page 3

On page 3 Free zones awaken parliamentary debate Should the banks and the government be informed? The draft law on free zones was discussed in the economy committee, which led to strong clashes between deputies from the majority and the opposition. Some of them are asking that banks be notified in advance about fiscal benefits and investment procedures, while others believe the law should be simpler and more attractive for foreign capital. The debate is expected to continue in the plenary session.

CULTURE The Kanun begins to change: In the Highlands of Shkodër, new mothers On page 7

Teachers write by hand in the village And the chalk[?] make the lesson On page 5

"Blitz" operation by precinct 1: 3 robbers still in jail Gang of thieves arrested: police uncover arsenal in drruesh[?] Analysis of the discovery[?] tapped and the dohykën[?] Berat, the mystery of the bullet in the blood On page 5

A sports column dedicated especially to the football team "Sopoti" Programme on the waves of the channel "Italia 1" LIBRAZHD - "Studio-Sport" is born, a new program about sports that will be broadcast on the frequencies of the channel "Italia 1". The column will cover the activities of the football team "Sopoti" and other sports in the city. The initiative aims to bring the public closer to local sport and create a new information space for fans. The organizers say the program will be produced with film footage, interviews, and reports from matches.

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