It is announced in Bulgaria that the trial over the affair with Albania has begun. London did not accept the dispatch of the ambassador and the prime minister of Shkiper [?] It is announced in Bulgaria that the trial over the affair with Albania has begun. London did not accept the dispatch of the ambassador and the prime minister of Shkiper [?] Djeviça Aleksandrov, a former spy of the Ministry of Defense, is before the court because of the affair with Albania. Aleksandrov is accused of abuse of office, misuse of funds, and links to smuggling. At the first hearing of the trial in Sofia, statements, documents and various references relating to military shipments and ties with Albania were presented. According to sources in the Bulgarian press, the case is linked to a network of contracts and intermediaries. The article mentions contacts with Tirana and the involvement of several official and private individuals. Part of the material is difficult to read in this copy, but it is emphasized that the investigations have sparked broad political debate. (Continues on page 8)

Interview with Mr. Bashkim Zeneli, vice-chairman of the Foreign Policy Commission in the People's Assembly, given to journalist Etjon Biççe Mr. Zeneli, the developments of the past period have taken dramatic turns in Macedonia. President Gligorov is calling on the political parties to be united in the face of the many protests and reactions. How do you comment on this situation? ... (Continues on page 8)

BESHKORI In the name of all who believe, the country's leaders, as the state is becoming increasingly disappointed by violent procedural conduct and administrative measures against Albanians, various organizations report. In different cities, protests have been recorded against repression and the worsening of the human rights situation. A. ASHKU

The acts of appointments and dismissals in state enterprises have sparked public debate. Trade unions and pensioners' representatives have called for greater social protection, more secure pensions and regular payments. At several meetings it was stressed that economic reforms should not harm the weakest layers of the population. Respect for the law and dialogue with the government were demanded. (Continues on page 2)

The plunge into a bitter conflict with former ministers and advisers, involving well-known political names, has also led to debates over rewards and compensation. In Korçë, according to a brief notice, the issue was seen as an expression of political and social tensions. The text is partially unreadable in the image. (Continues on page 2)

On Thursday evening, in the premises of the “Dorontina” hotel in Tirana, a cocktail reception was held, organized by the ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mr. Bernd Schmidbauer, on the occasion of his departure from Albania. Representatives of the country's political, economic and cultural life took part in the reception. In his speech, the ambassador praised Albanian-German relations and expressed his conviction that they would be further strengthened. Tirana, 23 February 1995 Press Center

On the 14th of this month, the land distribution commission under Law 7501 decided that property certificates should be given to many families in the village. Residents say the documents have been delayed and that there is confusion over the distribution criteria. They are asking for transparency and intervention by the responsible institutions. (Continues on page 2)

in Tirana: Cyriani S[?]llia is closing last night, discussions held among players of the sports clubs degenerated into a stabbing. Sources from the police said that a player from the Durrës team stabbed a player from Dinamo with a knife. The incident is under investigation. (Continues on page 2)

: “IN THE NAME OF THE PEOPLE” AGAINST “THE TIRANA VERDICT” The chair of the lawsuit declares the statement “Comrade, should he be silent?” The defendant Ylli Mero stated in court that he too does not recognize the “verdict of Tirana” as a representative of that court, which sentenced him in 1949 and sent him to the notorious Burrel prison, where he also ... [?] (Continues on page 8)