FILE REVEALED / Lorenc Luka of Shkodër made the request for the fugitive of 2 October THE ESCAPE OF THE OFFICIAL'S KILLER THE PD MAYOR ASKED FOR THE LEAVE The paperwork was completed in 5 days by all institutions. Lezhë prison officials: Do not let them out, they are highly dangerous. Doctor: The two convicts have their mother in hospital. Kimete Tafili was giving an interview on ‘News24’ on 2 October as well The state is involved in the escape scandal of Admir Tafili from the Lezhë prison. It is precisely the mayor of Shkodër, Lorenc Luka, who on 27.09.2010 requested from Lezhë prison that leave be granted to the Taflaj brothers, Genci and Admir. “Certificate, certifying that Mrs. Kimete Tafili is seriously ill in a severe health condition, therefore the Municipality of Shkodër requests the Shënkoll Lezhë Penal Institution to grant, if possible, a 5-6 hour leave to the two sons of the aforementioned woman, namely Admir Tafili and Genc Tafili. ... Continues on pages 2-3

Opinion of the Day By FATMIR TOÇI Two days ago, the Parliament of Albania, at the request of only three deputies of the majority, voted in disorder, without discussion... Pyramid - the latest victim of corruption Continues on page 21

The historian who is in Albania takes part in the Frashëri-Janullatos debate Nikola Pano: For me, the problem lies in the image of this church, which at times has taken pro-Greek positions. And this problem does not lie only in the Archbishop's statements: “The Albanian leaders of the Church should seek Albanian leaders at its head. The Church should not be involved in politics, but should defend patriotism and the national cause” Nikola Pano: I was concerned when Janullatos arrived, now he should leave (In photo:) Anastas Janullatos, (right) Historians Nikola Pano and Kristo Frashëri Nikola Pano: For me, the problem lies in the image of this church, which at times has taken pro-Greek positions. And this problem does not lie only in the Archbishop's statements “The Albanian leaders of the Church should seek Albanian leaders at its head. The Church should not be involved in politics, but should defend patriotism and the national cause” On page 7

Ceremony / Yesterday the shops in Tirana were also buzzing Edi Rama's wedding, 15 deputies buy the chandelier for 3700 USD The first congratulation from abroad for the head of the Socialist Party comes from the Greek Prime Minister, Jorgo Papandreu At last everything is being made ready for today's big wedding. More than 600 guests have rushed through the main boutiques in the capital to buy gifts for the young couple, Edi Rama and Linda Basha. All the gifts will be delivered today precisely at a special venue at ‘Xibraku’, where the guests will also be received, in a special cocktail where only Albanian drinks and products will be served. The furniture and household appliance stores were very busy yesterday, including some of the most luxurious ones. The young couple who will live ... On page 6

MILOSAO / Amik Kasaruho writes the foreword ROBERT SHVARC, THE HIDDEN SHELF POEMS FROM THE 1950S ARE UNCOVERED Supplement

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Yesterday in “New York Times” By ROBERT ZARETSKY A rebellious medical student in the 1960s, Bernard Kushner modeled himself on Eugene Rastignac. As Balzac's readers know, Rastignac was a... An assignment to intervene Continues on page 20

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