- A list for the mass removal of intellectuals from the university for political beliefs and condemned for keeping Fatos Nano in prison. - The object of the protest. for the mass removal of intellectuals from the university for political beliefs and condemned for keeping Fatos Nano in prison - the object of the protest. - Mass participation of Euro-socialists and a powerful protest. Tonight, for the fifth time, in “Skënderbej” Square, at 6:00 p.m., the socialists of Tirana will protest against the removal from the university of hundreds of lecturers and specialists with high qualifications, for entirely political reasons. As a well-known lecturer said a few days ago, the “cleansing” of Tirana and other regions of specialized cadres is a Maoist-type “cultural revolution.” The dimensions of this purge have taken on political proportions nationwide. Just a few days ago, around 800 economics specialists, well-known lecturers with academic titles, and many lecturers from other fields were removed from the university by political order from their jobs or under the pretext of unconvincing reforms. All the intellectuals removed by order or under the pretext of reform have strongly expressed solidarity with one another, and their representatives, with the signatures below, have made it clear to the Meksi-Berisha government that the crisis of the PS is entirely their political orientation. At today's gathering, many socialists and intellectuals expressed their conviction that this anti-scientific and anti-human political wave will continue until it burns out, because there is no law in this country that can stop the violations of the constitutional right to work, freedom and human dignity. The situation of justice is also seriously affected. Fatos Nano is still in prison, although the final days of the absurd sentence imposed on him have also expired. In this sense, today's protest by socialists and Euro-deputies, which will take place in the evening in the center of Tirana, is also a strong appeal for freedom and human rights. Promotion of deputy Pandeli Majko When my heart runs out, I feel like crying. In the morning I saw sorrowful passersby with bowed heads. In the morning I saw people sitting in cafés in silence, drinking coffee and thinking. Everywhere I saw grief and tears. Later I learned that this came from the meeting of the Presidency of the Socialist Party about Fatos Nano, which was being held for the first time. I am a calm person, and my calmness is troubled, because I have to care for Fatos's wounds. I spoke with the taxi driver. “Will you be at the rally today?” He said: “Yes, son, but I am so upset that I have no words.” When I heard about Fatos, the tears would not stop. Fatos is in prison, but his heart beats with us. He is part of Albania that seeks freedom, dignity and democracy. We will be in the square tonight to protest. No one can take away our right to protest. Tomorrow, when this long night ends, we will remember that we protested for man, for freedom, for hope.

Who is attacking us? Even the sky above our heads is shaking! So what is the opposition worried about? Where do these black clouds come from? A silent rain is falling over Tirana. A strange wind is blowing over the quiet squares. On the streets there are thoughtful people. Along the sidewalks there are eyes waiting. On the walls there are banners. In our hearts there are questions. Will we remain silent? Will we accept? Will we stand firm? No. The voice must be heard. Protest is a right. Freedom is not given, it is won. Fatos Nano is the name that today makes Albania think. And when Albania thinks, then it cannot sleep. This is the moment to go out, to speak, not to submit.

In the last two hours at the PSSH headquarters, the Vice Chairman of the PSSH, Mr. Namik Dokle, received the representative of the presidium of the PSE, Mr. [?], to whom the concerns of our political force about the escalation of state repression were presented. The situation of Fatos Nano, the developments in the trial against him, and the reactions this issue has caused in domestic and international public opinion were discussed. The interlocutors pointed out that the recent actions of the authorities violate political freedoms and are contrary to European democratic standards. The representative of the PSE expressed interest in the latest developments and promised that he would convey the concern of Albanian socialists to his own structures. PSSH spokesperson

The news is becoming the subject of analysis and political discussions. The steering council of the PSD has decided to replace Mr. Skënder Gjinushi with Mr. Bardhyl Pojlo as head of the parliamentary group. The change has been commented on in political circles as part of the internal reorganization of this political force. According to the newspaper’s sources, the decision was taken after recent disagreements and debate over the stance toward political developments. No full details are officially provided yet about the reasons for the decision. PRESH spokesperson

Statement of the Presidency of the PS, Durrës Statement of the activity of the PS offices, Durrës The Presidency of the Socialist Party for the district of Durrës analyzed the political situation and the unjust arrest of the chairman of the PS, Fatos Nano, as well as the ongoing attacks being carried out against Albanian intellectuals and the teaching profession. In its statement it says that this stance of the authorities represents the spirit of political revenge and repression against the opposition. According to the statement, the socialists of Durrës are determined to intensify democratic protests to defend political pluralism and constitutional freedoms. They demand the immediate release of Fatos Nano and an end to all forms of pressure on universities, schools and other public institutions. At the meeting held, it was emphasized that citizens, intellectuals and young people are reacting more and more to what is called the power’s “purge campaign.” The Presidency called on all PS structures and its supporters to join peaceful and civic protests. (Continues on page 9)

TODAY AT THE SPORTS PALACE On Wednesday, 2 August 1995, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the “Asllan Rusi” Sports Palace, Tirana, the Steering Committee of the PS of Tirana is organizing a protest rally against the dismissal of professors, lecturers and trained specialists from their jobs, for political and undemocratic motives. Students and sympathizers are invited to attend. Steering Committee of the PS Tirana.