The left refuses PD’s offer for the social pact An independent poll gives the Union for Democracy a historic victory in the 29 June elections; the Democrats win 35 percent, the Socialists fall below their historic level, with only 19 percent Photo F. Bejleri Pollo fails to convince Milo to give up the rebellion Berisha talks with Fino about dismissals in the financial institutions Minister Malaj, against the Reconciliation Agreement Fino: “I have asked the minister in Tirana to put an end to such a practice” SEE PAGE 3

Yesterday, the Albanian Socialists put anti-election leaflets for the 29 June elections on the market in order not to declare their participation in the process. At the same time, senior socialist leaders are trying to take part in the elections. Nano declared on the Italian program “Porta a Porta” that a technical government is being discussed for the preparation of the elections. This move, focused on crisis management, reflects the hopes of the PS rather than any interest in preserving free and fair elections. The tired voice, worn down by killings, moral decay and socialist ruin, seemed at times in interviews and at other times on television to express interest in free elections. Despite this, the socialists continue to hold double standards. On the one hand, the socialists are interested in profiting from the difficult situation and the political chaos created in the country. On the other hand, they do not want to bear direct responsibility for the approaching elections. Their latest statements clearly show that they see participation in the elections as a tactical move rather than a democratic commitment. Against this backdrop, their anxiety appears to be twofold: fear of defeat and fear of responsibility. This is also reflected in the way they try to influence public opinion, presenting themselves at times as a factor of stability and at times as victims of circumstances. This wavering behavior has already become evident to the electorate as well. Instead of political clarity, there are contradictory statements, evasions of responsibility and rhetorical maneuvers. The Socialists know that the elections are the real test, which is why their anxiety is becoming ever more apparent.

Berisha talks with Fino about dismissals in the financial institutions Fino: “I have asked the minister in Tirana that such a practice come to an end” SEE PAGE 3

The PS promises not to recognize the election results Nano’s insult to the OSCE, or its instrumentalization, since it is not institutionalizing it and the rest that have been stated ultimatively about the elections on 29 June, also points to the elections on 29 June. Vranicki seems, and immediately after him came the clash over the issue that the logic has come to an end, against the formal government that is bearing the burden of the Albanian crisis SEE PAGE 3

Poll by the Institute for Social Research “Mendimi shqiptar” The survey of 1,025 citizens questioned in 47 districts of the country in a questionnaire given to Albanian citizens states that a socialist government of the extreme kind, under the banner of “National Salvation,” would receive 17 percent, while other smaller groupings reach only 4 percent. 25 percent of citizens prefer a parliament with an absolute majority from the right-wing coalition, 29 percent share the view that Albania cannot emerge from the crisis without a clear right-wing political majority, while 29 percent have no formed opinion. Only 15 percent of those questioned are convinced that the new government that will emerge from the 29 June elections will be better than the current one. The figures show that there is still no convincing political offer for the future for Albanian citizens. On page 3

SEE PAGE 3 Nano: the rebellion continues The PS at a rally, but not in the campaign SEE PAGE 2 The hero of the Albanian night Reported from Vlora, where logic has come to an end, SEE PAGE 2 Financial battle on Friday Some and Majall will face court over their debts

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