The experts uncap it. For 50 minutes they switched the bomb and cut the detonator wire ATOS, — The alarm sounded at around 9:30 in the evening. It concerns an attack with explosive material. The next target: part of the tanker park at the Ballsh pumping station. The bomb that was to be blown up is discovered and deactivated. Police forces arrived immediately at the scene, and at 10:20 they found the explosive device with the detonator. The anti-explosive specialists were immediately put to work. It is learned that it had been connected to a fuse and detonator. The device had been placed beside the car’s gas cylinder, which greatly increased the risk of an explosion. While the entire area was cordoned off by police, the specialists pulled out the ignition fuse and detonator, neutralizing the bomb. It had been placed in a spot where it was impossible for it to cause harm to people. But, fortunately, everything ended without casualties or material damage.

The incident took place in the Parliament dormitories The peace between majority and opposition is broken (Prof. Hektor Busha) Comment on the tensions of the last few days in Parliament TIRANË — Rustem Gjata left the offices of Parliament yesterday, forcibly removed by the police. During three hours of resistance, the expelled PD deputy became the protagonist of a symbolic protest, declaring that he would return again. According to sources, the event took place in Parliament and was linked to the political conflict between the majority and the opposition. In the end, police intervened to remove him. “I will come back again,” he is said to have said as he left. The incident further escalated the climate of political tension. (Continued on page 4)

Surprise visit by the PD leader Democrats do not hide the breakaways from the Prague March [?] TIRANË — The responsibility for the visit of the leader of the Democratic Party in Vlorë has become the focus of attention. After returning from this city, he stated that he had held meetings with local structures and party supporters. The visit is considered a surprise, and it comes at a politically tense moment. Analysts see this visit as an effort to increase the PD’s presence in the south of the country. (Continued on page 6)

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Concern at the Ministry of Education TIRANË — The Minister of Education has expressed concern about reports related to inappropriate behavior in an 8-year school. The issue has sparked reactions and public debate, while checks and administrative measures have been requested. According to initial information, the event has raised questions about supervision and discipline in educational institutions. (Continued on page 2)

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