Tirana is trembling. In an explosive revelation that is shaking the foundations of Albanian politics, leaked transcripts allegedly from inside Erion Veliaj’s jail cell have exposed a deeply orchestrated operation—a mix of political panic, media manipulation, and judicial interference. From coded calls to orchestrated press campaigns, the shadow war behind bars is now in the public eye.
Page after page, from 69 to 81, the full unfiltered communications—published by CNA.al—paint a chilling picture: Veliaj giving direct orders, coordinating press narratives, influencing prosecutors, and desperately trying to stay afloat amid legal fire.
A Mayor Under Siege – Yet Still In Control?
From his jail cell, Veliaj allegedly:
- Directed media outlets like Report TV, Top Channel, Gazeta Tema, and Shqiptarja.com.
- Ordered pressure on prosecutors and judges, even instructing allies to “make them feel the heat.”
- Coordinated posts, interviews, and fake narratives, asking journalists and influencers to spin the public opinion.
- Spoke of “a 2-million-euro bribe” supposedly offered for his head, naming three key witnesses—Alban Dokushi, Isuf Berberi, and Myslim Murrizi—and allegedly consulted Mero Baze on how to leak it “as if it didn’t come from me.”
“It’s Life or Death”: The Countdown to Appeal
As his appeal date neared, Veliaj reportedly told allies:
“We have only one day. If we don’t win, I’m gonna be here a long time.”
He pushed for an international media strategy, using AI-generated interviews, US lawyer declarations, and a network of media players. Even in handcuffs, he planned press conferences, gave social media directives, and launched legal offensives—a war fought with hashtags and headlines.
“The Editor Must Approve Everything” – Who is He?
One character looms large but unnamed: “The Editor.” Allegedly central to every media move, Veliaj’s reference to this figure has led many to speculate that Mero Baze, a known media ally, is the ghost behind the keyboard. Others point fingers at Carlo Bollino. What’s clear is this: Veliaj’s machine never stopped running—even when locked in a cell.
The Public Shockwaves: Silence or Uprising?
Albanians are watching in disbelief as the transcripts go viral. With every revealed line, public trust in media independence, judicial integrity, and political transparency erodes.
Is this just another political takedown? Or the unraveling of one of Albania’s most powerful behind-the-scenes networks?
The Final Question: Who Else Is Involved?
The names keep dropping. From Ajola Xoxa to Arbër Veliaj, from editors and ministers to international lobbies, the web is wide.
As more pages are to come, the country braces for what could be the most explosive political scandal of the decade.
This is not fiction. This is Albania, 2025. And the game is far from over.