Prosecutor’s Office: A cloud of suspicion over former senior officials Smuggling, commissioners cooperated with crime TIRANA - Some of the highest-ranking officials of the Ministry of Public Order and the SHIK have cooperated with criminal elements and traffickers, according to an investigation initiated by the prosecutor’s office. The examination of the activities of the former leaders is focusing on possible cooperation with smuggling and organized groups. Part of the investigation is linked to the events of the unrest and to police officers who acted against the law. No. 3

Accusation against the former police chief For the killing of Rustemi Arsim Shkullaku, former police chief ■ The suspicions about the involvement of the former deputy minister, Agim Shehu, in the events in Vlora have been strengthened after the testimony of the former policeman Arsim Shkullaku, who is accused of the killing of Rustemi. TIRANA - Former Vlora police officer Arsim Shkullaku has accused former deputy minister Agim Shehu of having collaborated with the law-enforcement forces and SHIK structures in the killing of Azem Hajdari[?] / Rustemi[?]. In his testimony before the prosecutors, Shkullaku claims that Shehu was aware of police operations during the spring of 1997 in Vlora. Investigations continue to verify the possible links of the former senior official with the events of that period. No. 3

FOOTBALL Hafizi: Turkey is a test for the National Team On page 11

POLITICS PS: Local elections should be held On page 2

PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE A return sends Leka to prison On page 12

In Vienna: Nano, Rugova, Milosevic TIRANA - A possible meeting between Fatos Nano, Ibrahim Rugova and Slobodan Milosevic is being discussed with the mediation of Ahina[?] in Vienna. The meeting aims to encourage dialogue on the Kosovo issue and reduce tensions in the region. Weather TODAY’S WEATHER IN SHQIP[?] Rain will continue in many parts of the country with occasional downpours. Temperatures remain low. On page 2

INTERVIEW WITH LAWYER BELI Sude’s fate in the hands of the Appeals Court TIRANA - In the interview given to the newspaper, lawyer Beli explains that the decision on Sude now belongs to the Appeals Court. According to him, the case depends on the review of the criminal procedures and documentation. On page 10 Sude

Volleyball / On Sunday the challenge between the two sides Mat[?] Bega[?] (Right?) e ramë and galë serisë[?] (3-10) TIRANA - Albanian journalists and artists will face each other in a volleyball match for charitable purposes. The match will take place on Sunday and the proceeds will go to families in need. On page 10

ELBASAN The child hangs himself: he had just been at the movies On the eve of the premiere of the film about the 6th Brigade, a tragic event has occurred in Elbasan. A young child has hanged himself under unclear circumstances. According to relatives, he had recently watched a film related to military themes and the incident has shocked public opinion. On page 8

Gemini: The sign will be influenced during 1998 in all fields On page 7

SL.A.V KONSTRUKSION SH.P.K. Import - Export RESTAURANT VIKTORIA EUROPE CLOSE TO US! A PART OF IT CAN BE FOUND IN SHIJONI AT THE RESTAURANT MB MODERN IN TIRANA Address: Rr. e Samiit[?], 5th staircase, Building 8 Tirana A return sends Leka to prison On page 12