As we intensify the power of gunpowder, a deadly explosion BERRI - An unimaginable scene of death and injury. A blow that made the village tremble from an explosion that hurled people and vehicles into the air. The explosion killed 3 people, while 17 others were injured. A large quantity of detonators exploded in a warehouse in the village of Bërri, Lezha. The force of the blast was so great that it threw human remains and vehicle debris hundreds of meters away. Large police forces and local officials arrived immediately at the scene. The initial investigations point to possible carelessness during the preparation of the explosive material. Residents of the area experienced moments of terror, while the injured were rushed to hospital. "This is why I came out with a bomb in the square" Iu bu[z]

The first reports on the "Affair" This afternoon and during the hearing raised by SHIK, statements from three clients who had lost their money in this company were submitted to the Court and the Prosecutor's Office On page 5

Voting on Sunday. Shahu: "We are not ready for the closure" On page 5

Parliamentary elections Hidla decides to look left Vote for "Ultim" Here is the roster of Albanian parties On page 2 Poli after the victory

From Tirana, the Socialists' electoral start On page 3 Pellumbi with PS supporters

CULTURE Kadare explains himself "I publish the dialogue with Bosquet" On page 7

"Extremely visible progress" TIRANA - In the office of the U.S. Charge d'Affaires in Tirana, William Ryerson, yesterday received Albania's foreign minister, Alfred Serreqi. The meeting lasted two hours and was considered very important for the day's political developments. The meeting discussed bilateral relations, the internal political situation and the progress of reforms. On page 3

FOOTBALL After the incident in Vlora "Tirana" against the Federation "They want to take our title away" MILO - "It was a deliberate refereeing mistake that led our club to an undeserved defeat. We will pursue the matter through all instances," a club official told the newspaper. The Federation, for its part, has announced disciplinary measures after the incidents. On page 7 MILO - "It was a mistake..."

Harasses the girl, they hit him with a [stick] On page 5 KAVAJË A dynamite cap for fishing: killed On page 5 KORÇË They stole the [reg]ister: 3 arrested On page 5

FOREIGN INVESTMENT COMPANY Based in Tirana seeks to hire a security officer - committee - finance with long experience in passive operations and very good knowledge of French or English. They are also interested in knowledge of computer use. Interested candidates should send to Tel. no. 250 03 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or to the address Rr. "B. Curri", Villa 1, (near ISPT Milenreë[?], Tirana)