- A large commemorative rally at the Palace of Congresses - - A demand is made to set partisan songs aside and to free - Fatos Nano

WITH CITIZENS Residents caught up in the incident strongly opposed the unnecessary actions of the police. Law enforcement used coercive measures, while citizens denounced the violence and arbitrariness. 3 hours in the streets of the city. Correspondent of "Zëri i popullit"

The polemical article addresses the way historical events are interpreted in the Albanian press. The author notes that worrying similarities exist between yesterday's propaganda and today's manipulations. According to the article, history cannot be used as a tool of daily political struggle, nor can it be distorted for short-term interests. The media are called upon to respect the truth and professional ethics. Correspondent of "Zëri i popullit"

Thousands of people joined the tribute dedicated to those who fell for freedom and independence. The commemorative rally was held at the Palace of Congresses and was attended by representatives of the Socialist Party, war veterans, families of martyrs, workers, intellectuals and young people. The speeches emphasized that the blood shed for the country's freedom cannot be turned into an object of political speculation. Any attempt to distort the history of the National Liberation War and to rehabilitate the occupier's collaborators was condemned. A call was made for the release of Fatos Nano and for respect for democratic rights. Those present shouted slogans in support of the May ideals and of the unity of the Albanian left. Correspondent of "Zëri i popullit"

Delegations from the Socialist Party, veteran organizations and the families of the martyrs laid wreaths of flowers near the martyrs' graves. During the ceremony it was emphasized that May 5 remains a day of remembrance, honor and a pledge to defend historical truth and not allow the desecration of the sacrifice of the generations that fought against the occupiers. The participants observed a minute of silence and sang partisan songs. Correspondent of "Zëri i popullit"

The text is partially unreadable in the image. Fragments can be made out that relate to the commemoration of the martyrs and the public positions regarding the May 5 ceremonies. Correspondent of "Zëri i popullit"

Fatos Nano's greeting on the occasion of Martyrs' Day Fatos Nano's greeting on the occasion of Martyrs' Day Brothers and sisters, Together with the everlasting honor due to the sublime sacrifice of those who fell in the Glorious Anti-Fascist National Liberation War, on this day we also remember with sorrow and pride the thousands of other martyrs and heroes of Albanian democracy, who fell in the struggle for freedom and human dignity, for Albania of the Albanians. May 5 is a symbol of the heroic resistance of our people, of its determination never to submit to tyranny and violence, never to accept bondage or subjugation. Today we bow in respect before their memory and express our determination that the ideals for which they fought and fell will always remain alive in the national consciousness. Eternal glory to the martyrs of the homeland! Chairman of the Socialist Party of Albania Chairman of the Parliamentary Group Other? [?] NANO