Russia blocks arms treaties amid Yeltsin showdown
Russian Congress of People's Deputies blocked approval of arms control pacts signed by the Kremlin and prepared for a second vote. Critics may press for concessions while pro Yeltsin forces seek to keep treaties, risking renegotiation of accords including the 1991 START treaty. The body also agreed to debate a single draft constitution limiting presidential powers.
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Serb Forces Capture Foca Amid Bosnian Conflict
Serb led forces seized Foca after taking Visegrad, expanding control in Bosnia as ethnic fighting worsens. UN envoy Cyrus Vance warned time is running out for peace efforts. Thousands displaced and residents report fires, curfews, and hospital shortages in the beleaguered town.
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Barry's appeal rejected six days before release
Former Mayor Marion Barry lost an appeal of his six month cocaine possession sentence. A federal appeals court affirmed the sentence six days before his release from a mid‑security prison in Pennsylvania. Barry faced criticism of the judge's remarks about guilt and juror bias.
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