The people of Vlorë cannot be fooled by words and empty promises. The Fino government must restore order and calm in Vlorë. The whole city knows who is carrying out the crimes. The greatest contribution to rebuilding peace and public order in Vlorë can be made by the prime minister of the time himself, Mr. Fino. Without wishing to evade our responsibilities as the opposition, we say that we too believe that Mr. Fino’s government should not be left entirely alone in restoring order in Vlorë. The conduct of the local and central government in Vlorë by Mr. Fino has greatly affected the situation and the circumstances in which Vlorë finds itself today. The Fino government must restore order and calm in Vlorë; all the people of Vlorë expect this. Vlorë cannot be fooled by words and empty promises. This government and this prime minister must restore order and calm in Vlorë. The whole city knows who is carrying out the crimes. It is enough to take a free and clear look at the events that took place in Vlorë in recent days to understand clearly that political gangs and organized criminal groups are trying to seize control of the city’s fate. This is happening at a time when the elections are approaching, and these gangs and criminal groups want to exploit them to seize positions of power. These gangs and groups must receive the proper response. The people of Vlorë are democrats and they love peace. They cannot be fooled by words and empty promises. At a time when the campaign is nearing the finish line and freedom of speech is being put to the test, we believe that a clear message must be given for public order and calm in Vlorë. No political force can impose power through fear and weapons. Vlorë needs an administration and a legal order that guarantees the lives and property of its citizens. Despite the bitter experience, Vlorë will need to overcome this difficult situation with understanding and shared responsibility. The city cannot remain hostage to violence, corruption and political adventures. ENOUGH TEJHA FROM MERGAT PULLORINI [?] "Do not set us on fire" is our own fallim... The small parties in the PS coalition before the trial of the small ones Ylberi: with the annulment of the elections we will die without bread Ylberi of 29 June is in the grave. Albanians have one more choice; now are they the red star? than white. Was that statement by the chairman of the Democratic Alliance Party, Mr. Ylber Valteri, true? that if the election scrutiny is annulled, as the left-wing coalition is trumpeting, then "there will be no more bread for Albanians". What makes one laugh about these statements is the fact that a party with 0.5% of the electorate speaks as if it holds the fate of the country in its hands. Small parties have lined up alongside the left; not even their names are known, yet apparently they are ready to become decoration for Nano’s campaign. Whether 29 June will be good or bad will be the day when Albanians speak. But who are those who fear the elections? They are precisely those who know they have no support and who want to postpone the moment of the popular verdict indefinitely. 29 June from within, mined from within The multiparty columns in our country have suffered a deep split. On one side are those who believe in the free vote, in order and in institutions. On the other are those who demand anarchy, postponement and disorder. This division has become especially clear in recent days, when political groups claiming to represent the real opposition have appeared as an obstacle to the electoral process. Especially those who want to keep the country without parliament, without a legitimate government and without order. Citizens must understand who benefits from chaos and who loses from postponing the elections. 29 June will be the day of reckoning for everyone. Whoever loves democracy must defend the vote. Whoever loves Albania must accept the rules of the democratic game. Top left: political meeting [?]

"An ambassador never does personal politics" "This will always represent a tribute and a decoration for those who want to give a truly important meaning... this is how one should stand out for those who want to impose themselves on others". Paolo Foresti, the Italian ambassador in Tirana and also a well-known figure in international diplomacy, declared that he has not done and will never do personal politics in Albania. He received a symbolic award named "Mother Teresa" and stated that this is an honor linked to the relations between the two countries. Foresti was decorated by a group called [?], during a ceremony in Tirana. In his speech, he stressed that an ambassador should not become part of internal political polemics and that his mission is to help relations between Italy and Albania. END 2

After Vranicki’s tour in Washington The only parties that claim to have given real votes to the opposition are those that are now asking for postponement, annulment and revision of the electoral process. In an expanded analysis of the positions of the small parties, the newspaper notes that these forces are playing a role disproportionate to their real electoral weight. Vranicki met in Washington with various representatives, and after this tour the statements of several small parties against the normal conduct of the elections increased. According to the article, these parties are unable to create trust in the public and are trying to survive through temporary alliances. If the elections were postponed, an institutional vacuum would be created from which only violent groups and unclear political actors would benefit. Therefore the call is for the electorate not to be deceived by their rhetoric. ON PAGE 5

The perpetrators should be punished President Berisha strongly condemns the violence in which members of the security forces, two OSCE employees, a policeman and two others lost their lives, and expresses his deepest sympathy and support for the families of the victims. The police announced that a citizen involved in the tragic incident in Berat, during an armed clash, left several dead and injured behind. The president stressed the need for a full investigation and for the perpetrators of this event to be punished. ON PAGE 2

After Vranicki’s tour in Washington US President Bill Clinton has spoken of the necessity of holding calm and acceptable elections in Albania. In statements to the media, he emphasized that the United States will continue to support Albania after the elections, provided that the process is credible and stability is restored. At the same time, he called for restraint and for avoiding violence, implying that the Albanian crisis requires a solution through institutions and not through force. ON PAGE 5

The thief who cries "catch the thief" Nano from Lev e Co to the white check ON PAGE 3

Shtyliu: proceedings against all those who abused it ON PAGE 6

Nano: 7 killed and several injured The PS gang kills policemen Nano: 7 killed and several injured ON PAGE 6

400 soldiers and 100 heavy vehicles to safeguard the elections ON PAGE 6

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