Market seizure on the banks of the Seman: In Tropoja, two Serbian helicopters Weapons on the billionaires' ship 150 tons of smuggled cigarettes seized; 7 million USD Customs officers suspect: weapons in the hold for the Serbs TIRANA - A suspicious ship was seized this afternoon on the coast of Seman. The ship was transporting a large quantity of smuggled goods, mainly cigarettes, worth a considerable amount. According to initial sources, this involves around 150 tons of smuggled cigarettes, with an estimated value of 7 million USD. Customs officers suspect that there may also be weapons in the ship's holds, intended to be used for the Serbs. A broad investigation has begun into the origin of the cargo and its destination. The authorities are checking the ship's documents and questioning the crew. In connection with this operation, sources mention well-known names from the business world and the maritime smuggling circles. Continues on page 2. Detained while being checked by the national security guard (Photo Hektor Pustina) [?]

The former leader of the PPSH speaks, Pëllumb Konomi He weaves two clear alternatives for the final dictatorship against the victory. The forces of the left and the right are finally taking shape. Over the 7 years of Albanian democracy, Albanians have followed daily developments. The progress of a small country like Albania and the developments of the PPSH in these 7 years are, according to Kristaqi [?], a summary of all these developments. If something had been said before with a few changes, now on the eve of the dramatic Albanian spring elections, which seemed set to divide the country into two clear alternatives, for whoever wins, this is now something clear. We stress this because he is passionate about why things are going this way, writes Pëllumb Konomi [?] for Gazeta Shqiptare on page 4. Enver Hoxha and Ramiz Alia

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ALBANIAN EMIGRANT ARRESTED TIRANA - Seeks 24 hours [?]... ... an Albanian emigrant arriving from America was arrested at Rinas airport, and 2.3 kilograms of heroin were found in his luggage. According to police, the drug was carefully hidden and was being transported to Tirana. The name of the person arrested has not been made public. Investigations continue. On page 9

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