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Gazeta Shqiptare

E hënë, 4 gusht 1997

The monarchy made threats

The rally of the armed monarchists turns into tragedy One person killed near the Election Commission. Another wounded, investigations begin The fight for order It ran through the capital in blood, while in military uniform he led his loyal followers: "They stole our vote!" A royal comeback with weapons? A revival of the head with weapons? TIRANA - Thousands of monarchist sympathizers, mostly from the north of the country, many of them armed, protested yesterday in front of the Central Election Commission accusing it of manipulating the vote. The situation degenerated into clashes with the security forces and then into a tragic घटना in which one person was killed and another wounded. The demonstrators carried banners, national flags and shouted slogans in support of King Leka. Leka Zogu at yesterday’s rally TIRANA - After the funeral ceremony for Azem Hajdari[?] [?], the crowd of monarchists headed toward the center of Tirana. At the head of the protest was Leka Zogu himself, accompanied by former bodyguards and armed supporters. According to testimonies, there were gunshots into the air and then toward the police forces. Hospital sources confirmed one fatality and one wounded person. TIRANA - For most of the day, the government and state institutions were on high alert. Representatives of political parties reacted in harsh tones to the armed demonstration. The Prosecutor’s Office launched an investigation to identify the authors of the shooting and those responsible for organizing the gathering. (Photo-REUTERS) Leka Zogu at yesterday’s rally
Leka Zogu Tiranë Veriu i Vendit

Çelo, and the "liken" is coming too, Tani Minister Alikazazi

Çelo, and the "liken" is coming too Tani Minister Alikazazi TIRANA - The Ministry of Public Order says it is preparing measures to apprehend the persons who took part in the armed attacks. According to sources, the focus is on well-known figures from armed groups. Some time ago the name Çelo was mentioned in several statements and reports. The text also contains a reference to another figure with the nickname "liken" and to the name Alikazazi[?]. Buçi Çelo
Çelo Alikazazi[?] Tiranë

Berisha appoints the head of the Guard

Another clash, "I had not given any candidacy" Fino: "He violated the Constitution again" TIRANA - In another clash between the President and the government, Sali Berisha has decreed the appointment of a Guard chief without taking into account the cabinet’s proposals. Prime Minister Bashkim Fino reacted by declaring that the President had once again violated the Constitution. The article notes that the government had not submitted any candidacy for the post in question and that the President’s decision was taken unilaterally. Arjan [?] Presidency
Sali Berisha Bashkim Fino Tiranë

"Do not hurry with the second round"

Berisha intervenes in the Commission TIRANA - The Office of the President has reacted to developments in the Central Election Commission, asking that no haste be made with decisions on the second round. The text says there were contacts and political messages addressed to members of the commission. The debate concerns the validity of the results and the procedures that must be followed after appeals. Secretary of the CEC, Xhoz Xhodi
Xhoz Xhodi Sampras Tiranë

State and Sampras in the semifinals

TIRANA - Sampras and Stich[?] secured their ticket to the semifinals last night. Both won their matches, showing good form. The article also mentions the result of another tennis player and the progress of the tournament. No. 6 page 7
Stich[?] Tiranë

The murdered priest killed two, two are killed

The murdered priest killed two two are killed VLORE - [very unclear text] ... No. 6 page 3
Vlorë