Mixed European reaction to Bush flag burning proposal
European flag reverence lags the United States. France and Belgium see merit in Bush idea to outlaw flag burning, while Britain and Ireland show less enthusiasm. A West German notes stronger patriotic feeling in the United States versus Europe. An Italian law imposes prison terms for insulting flags, but scholars doubt its relevance to the proposal.
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Europe
United States
Bush
France
Belgium
Britain
Beirut clashes escalate as bloodbath continues
In Beirut fighting between Syrian troops and mainly Christian Lebanese soldiers intensifies despite calls for a truce. At least six more people are killed and 26 wounded, raising the toll to 380 dead and 1,497 wounded over 15 weeks. Civilians suffer as shells strike Barbir Hospital and areas in both Moslem west and Christian east Beirut.
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Charles and Queen's English draw royal critique in UK
London AP Charles defends strict English standards amid a report urging acceptance of nonstandard speech. He condemns educational nonsense while critics note his own public conduct and swear words reveal class tensions. Flags and symbols debate referenced by European officials and flag experts.
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