PD wins only Kavaja: now we will change tactics Elections, empty ridges Record abstention: only 60 percent vote Celebration begins in the PS: they took 4 municipalities, 6 communes TIRANA - Voting ended yesterday with low turnout. Preliminary data show that the Socialist Party won in most of the areas where the supplementary local elections were held, while the Democratic Party won only in Kavaja. At the PS headquarters, celebrations began immediately after the ballot boxes were closed, where it was announced that the socialists took 4 municipalities and 6 communes. On the other hand, PD representatives said the result would lead to a change in tactics. Voter turnout is estimated at a record low, around 60 percent. Story on page 4

Tirana, a loan and a waiter remain injured TIRANA - A trinitrotoluene attack targeted a bar last night in the capital. As a result of the explosion, one person was seriously injured, along with a waiter. It is understood that the bar where the explosion occurred belongs to the person who was injured in the blast. It is initially suspected that he is a friend of Fatos Nano. Police forces arrived immediately at the scene and began investigations. The causes of the incident are still unclear. The perpetrators are also unknown. Story on page 4 The bar, victim of the explosive

NATO: Ready to attack and without UN authorization KOSOVO / Concentration camps are emerging TROPOJË - Two SHIK soldiers have been sent to Tropojë. Meanwhile, NATO declares that it is ready to intervene even without UN authorization. Serbs are being hit again According to the first information, tension in the area continues to rise, while new movements by Serbian forces are being reported. Residents express concern about the latest developments. Ex-soldier Europe returns must not be

At 10:00 yesterday morning, a group of citizens and representatives of associations held a silent protest in front of state institutions. They called for a solution to the social situation and greater attention to everyday problems. The participants held placards and did not shout slogans, but stood in the square for several minutes. The organizers said the protest was symbolic, but it will be followed by further actions if the demands are not taken into account. Story on page 4

Free hand to universities TIRANA - Admission competitions at Albanian universities will be held this year according to the new rules approved by the Ministry of Education. Faculties will have more room to determine the testing method and the admission criteria for candidates. After many discussions about subject groups and points, the relevant guidelines are expected to be published in the coming days. On page 5 After many delays and groups six students from the faculty

Politics sticks its nose into the World Cup WORLD CUP SPECIAL FRANCE '98 Also on pages 10-11 A day after the heavy defeat to Romania, a debate has begun in England over responsibilities and the future of the team. The English media write about a crisis and consequences that go beyond sport. Early analyses also mention the influence of politics in the English camp.

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BINGO-GOAL MALIQI Albania '98 FRANCE98 - Ah sorry, something had been put in my goal! By Alfred Balla On page 6

At 10:00 yesterday morning, the deputy chairpersons of the associations of former politically persecuted people, former owners, and the unemployed held a silent protest yesterday in front of the Presidency. The participants held placards and accused the government of neglecting vulnerable groups. They demanded immediate solutions to economic and social problems and warned of an escalation of their response if the institutions do not respond. Story on page 6

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