Rebels claim capture of Elephant Pass base in Sri Lanka battle
Sri Lankan rebels said they seized the Elephant Pass complex and Yakachchi camp after a two day battle in which they warned of heavy government casualties. The military reported 49 soldiers and 150 rebels dead and said fighting continues north of Elephant Pass. The LTTE seeks a Tamil homeland.
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Protests flare as Brazil marks 500th anniversary
Police clash with thousands of Indigenous protesters in Porto Seguro delaying celebrations of Brazil's 500th anniversary. About 15 indigenous injuries reported, over 140 detained on public order charges as traffic was blocked near the Cabral landing site. President Cardoso shortened his schedule amid the unrest.
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NATO forces arrest Bosnian Serb camp commander in The Hague
NATO peacekeepers capture Dragan Nikolic 42, linked to Susica detention camp abuses during the 1992 95 Bosnian conflict. He faces war crimes and crimes against humanity charges, including rape and killings, and will appear before the UN tribunal in The Hague. prosecutors say 39 of 94 indicted suspects remain in tribunal custody.
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