The PD denies the statement: “Last turnaround” by the former legal [?] A thunderbolt from Kristofor: “He disappointed us” The Secretary of State reacts sharply to the elections ARSIDI PROCESS Agron Saliu is also released from prison TIRANA - In public opinion, the idea seems to be crystallizing that civil lawsuits against pyramid companies are turning day by day into an increasingly larger “avalanche.” The anti-pyramid operation is expected to involve former high-ranking officials as well. In a strong diplomatic reaction, Kristofor expressed dissatisfaction and disappointment with the way the elections were conducted, considering them problematic and far from democratic standards. The article is accompanied by other political comments and reactions on the inside pages.

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AFTER THE ADOPTION OF THE CONVENTION ON RIGHTS Sanjaku: “Nano toward The Hague” The leader’s lawyer travels to Benelux TIRANA - The opposition and its lawyer, Spartak Ngjela, [partial text] regarding the case of Fatos Nano and the possibility of taking it to international justice institutions. Diplomatic and legal moves have intensified. Fatos Nano his lawyer Sanjaku It is believed that the dossier may be submitted to The Hague after the necessary documentation is completed.

Opposition roundtable: “We want a meeting with the PP” Yesterday the nine protesting parties met TIRANA - At the end of yesterday’s meeting of the nine opposition parties in Tirana, the decision was taken for them to hold formal dialogue with the presidium of the opposition parties, in order to discuss the problems of the 26 May elections and to create a broad opposition bloc. PPU is said to have also met with the former speaker of parliament, who has not given any final answer. According to representatives of the opposition parties, the chairman of the PPS considered such a decision impossible as long as there is no broader consensus. Yesterday, during this meeting, other issues of importance for the opposition and its protests were also examined. Yesterday the parties’ meeting

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Writes An optimistic and calm note of hope from the leader’s lawyer: “It will help the Hague case, which appears difficult but just, to be resolved” On page 3

African ’96 ATLANTA - African lions are “lionizing” football. A Golden Goal, won by sudden death, has eliminated the Brazilian national team from the Olympic tournament. On the field, 11 African “lions,” coming from the hot lands of the savannas, defeated the famous Brazilians 4-3. It was a fantastic match with the excitement of a final. [unclear text] Throughout the 90 minutes plus extra time. Fresh and determined, the boys of Nigeria proved superior in the decisive minutes. Later the game went into extra time, where a golden goal decided the fate of the match. Nigeria’s players On page 2

“The woman in black” under treatment in the ministry TIRANA - Tears and sorrow continue to accompany “the woman in black,” Nyshrete Kasa [?], who yesterday attempted to end her life by drinking rat poison. Driven by poverty and a severe psychological state, she went to the police station and then to the ministry premises. Accompanied by [unclear text], she is seeking a solution for her family and a job. On page 7

Half a kilogram of drugs seized in Tirana TIRANA - In the most successful operation of these months in the fight against trafficking and drug use, specialists from the capital’s criminal police have arrested four people directly involved in trafficking and selling narcotics. It is learned that the names of those detained are Sherif Ahmeti, Etemi Mena [?], Bashkim Rroshi and Ilir Agon, who are being investigated for drug trafficking. At the center of the arrests was a significant quantity of drugs, specifically nearly half a kilogram of heroin, which was seized during the operation.

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