Interview with the chairman of the Association of the Suellit Conivel, Ibrahim Gela, given to journalist Manon Shehu Then, on the order of Mr. Fazlliu Hamit, as in the time of the dictatorship, we had to write an undeclared piece to serve a specific purpose. Speaks the chairman of the association of former politically persecuted people of Lushnja, Mr. Ibrahim Gela. Why does “PD” describe the slanderer as an ordinary contributor? What happened to the documents in file 34? Why 4-3 instead of 5-1? Why does the file have 20 pages, while many other documents are missing? How was the “testimony” of 16 June classified? Who closed the investigation in the prosecutor’s office? Why was his arrest requested? How does a persecuted person defend himself against today’s accusations? Editorial note: following the partial publication of yesterday’s interview, today we are presenting its main part. Friend, let us begin with April 2, 1991. Do you consider April 2 to have been an organized act or simply a spontaneous reaction of the masses? In my view and based on what I experienced, April 2 was an organized scenario and not a spontaneous reaction. In those days, Shkoder had great political tension and many people were moving about. All signs showed that somewhere there was a hand directing the events. However, the people were also outraged, tired of the dictatorship, and ready to react. You have said that important documents have disappeared. What documents are you referring to? We are talking about minutes, statements, operational notes, and other records related to the events of April 2 and to the file that was later prepared. Some of them cannot be found where they should be. There are also inconsistencies in the page numbering. This makes us seriously suspicious. Why do you often mention the name of Ramiz Alia? Because he was the central figure of the system and of its final period. One cannot speak about the mechanisms of violence without mentioning the chain of command. I am not saying that everything was done on his direct order, but I am saying that the file and the way the case was handled lead to political responsibility at the highest levels. You are accused of slander. That is the easiest way to silence anyone who seeks the truth. I am ready to confront any document and any process. I have only asked for the full clarification of the event and the full opening of the file. Is the file open to everyone? Yes, I say it should be open to everyone, Mr. Doke. There cannot be hidden parts when speaking of such a serious public matter. (Continues on page 2)

22 billion of the deficit or the ball to bring obedience? changes in the framework of teaching conditions; rehabilitation of the interned from abroad. The newspaper “Zëri i Popullit” continues to present the government’s social measures as anti-popular. In the article “PD disgraces the pensioner, the invalid and the political prisoner,” according to it, the government supposedly has left needy groups without support. We consider this political manipulation. According to the 1995 draft budget, funds are planned for pensions, social supplements, and the treatment of vulnerable groups. Returning to Article 28 of the 1976 Constitution, which embodied formal equality and state control, would mean going backward. Instead of economic arguments, the opposition is using demagoguery. It is trying to create panic and encourage distrust in democratic institutions. (Continues on page 2)

Another deception by “ZP” 600 million lek in the 1995 Draft Budget for War Veterans A letter proving the democratic government’s care Editorial note: The newspaper “Zeri i Popullit” published yesterday an article titled “The government shows contempt for veterans.” Below we are publishing a document that refutes this claim. MINISTRY OF LABOR SECTOR OF SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS Prot. No. 1424 Tirane, 14.3.1995 To Mrs. Nexhmije Hoxha Director of the United Organization of LANÇ Veterans Tirane Regarding the issue of payments for veterans and the families of martyrs, we inform you that the 1995 draft budget has предусмотрed a fund of 600,000,000 lek to cover the payments of supplements and obligations arising from the legislation in force. This fund is a continuation of the government’s social policies and shows attention to this stratum. Likewise, special measures have been taken for war invalids for more differentiated treatment. The Ministry of Labor has cooperated with the Ministry of Finance and other institutions to determine the financial effects precisely. The newspaper “ZP” deliberately distorts the truth and seeks to create an unnecessary climate of distrust. (Continues on page 2)

(Yesterday it told us) Criminals and traitors should not honor democratic governments, because the day does not endure the candle of the eyes above the head. The word killed the 21-year-old N. Koceri. Was Xhavit Murra’s comrade left without a husband? He could have spoken, he could have carried it. He cannot swallow ... [?] Or the maternal grandmother? To the right and set, the name of a word glimmers. The first maternal one? To the right, clearly. Why pull out the candle? The owner should tell you. In that time of the grave. Because I want it. How has the truth been made? So they will replace the crippled? ... [?] Comrades and it continues. We have repeatedly said that April 2 is a national wound and cannot be forgotten. Any attempt to relativize it or use it for petty political battles is unacceptable. The memory of the victims requires respect, justice, and institutional responsibility. (Continues on page 2)

Member [?] Serses, spokesman for the Thessaloniki police, said yesterday that the Greek police discovered that 200 automatic firearms and a considerable amount of ammunition seized at the Greek-Albanian border at the beginning of this month had been stolen from Albanian military depots and barracks. According to him, some of the weapons were Chinese-made, typical of Albanian armament. He added that investigations are continuing to identify the trafficking network and its links on both sides of the border. This report, also published in other media, raises concerns about security in the region and about the control of military depots. AFP (Continues on page 2)

PUNGAJ DUH HUTA Does a socialist in office continue to think of himself as yourself? ... [?] The Socialist Party, as the heir of the old structures, has not provided sufficient proof that it can govern democratically. Its positions are often contradictory and bear traces of an authoritarian mentality. When it speaks of pluralism, it often uses it only as a tactical instrument. In public debate it attacks institutions and discredits reform processes. Meanwhile, in practice it offers no clear alternatives. This makes its credibility as a governing force difficult. (Continues on page 2)

Yesterday afternoon at PDSH, the deputy chairman of this party, Mr. Engjell Hysenbegasi, received in a meeting the ambassador of the People’s Republic of China in Tirane, Mr. Tao Miaoia. During this meeting, bilateral relations, political developments in Albania, and the strengthening of cooperation in areas of mutual interest were discussed. The interlocutors emphasized the importance of friendship and mutual respect. Other PDSH representatives also took part in the meeting. XHAZI

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