MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN: THE U.S. WILL SUPPORT ALBANIA ON ITS EUROPEAN PATH Albania can and must support the strengthening of the state of Kosovo in every direction, be its voice whenever necessary, a companion and steadfast supporter of its Euro-Atlantic journey (In the photo) President Bajram Begaj during the flag-raising ceremony in the city of Vlorë On pages 3-4

Comment of the Day By IRSA RUÇI “Oh ma, oh ma... it seems to me just like Smajl Qemali. It’s him, oh ma, look there, it’s Smajl Qemali”, and as I turned my gaze toward the sweet voice filled... “The flag in Vlonë unites the nation” Continues on page 20

Comment of the Day By FATOS ÇOÇOLI As of today, 110 years ago, the greatest patriot our nation has known, Ismail Qemali, raised the flag in Vlorë and at the same time proclaimed the independence of the Albanian state. ... 110 years of the Albanian state Continues on page 21

He is awarded in New York the title “Recognition” Awarded in New York the title “Recognition” VATRA honors Irtan Hysenbelliu: a strong promoter of the highest values of the Albanian nation “For raising the level and the media and educational platform throughout Albania and beyond” The Pan-Albanian Federation of America, VATRA, has honored the President of “Hysenbelliu Group”, Irtan Hysenbelliu, with the title “Recognition” at a ceremony held in New York on the occasion of the 110th anniversary of Independence. The event organized by “Vatra” gathered dozens of personalities and figures who have contributed to the Albanian community... On page 4

German President: I have questions about Serbia’s seriousness Frank Walter Steinmeier comments on the situation in the region: We do not forget the Balkans In an exclusive interview with “DW”, Germany’s President, Frank Walter Steinmeier, speaks about the progress of Albania and North Macedonia toward the EU and casts doubt on the seriousness of Serbia’s path. “Deutsche Welle”: Mr. President, you are traveling to North Macedonia and Albania. The war in Ukraine has created a new dynamic in the Western Balkans and in Europe. Will this war speed up the integration process... On page 2

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Smuggling and trafficking from Rinas, wiretaps revealed: Speak fast, they’re arresting me! On page 7

Free subscriptions for students reduced ticket sales by 37% On page 14

Cadastre: legalizations, the names of the owners for Vlorë On pages 18-19

Formerly persecuted persons, the new list with the names of 1,500 beneficiaries On pages 22-23

Jup Kazazi kept a diary for 4 consecutive months, November 29 is documented On pages 16-17