Guerrillas Free 38 Hostages in Lima Siege
Leftist rebels released 38 captives inside the Japanese ambassador's residence in Lima including several ambassadors and Peruvian officials while demanding government concessions. About 340 hostages remain as negotiations continue with Red Cross mediation and statements from Fujimori signaling no compromise.
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Yeltsin vows return to Kremlin after health recovery
Boris Yeltsin, appearing healthier, says he will resume full duties at the Kremlin next week. American heart surgeon Michael DeBakey confirms cardiac function back to normal after a November 5 bypass. Yeltsin blames lax officials and warns against further slack.
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Tajik gunmen seize U N staff in hostage drama
Gunmen seized 23 people on a Tajikistan road including seven U N military observers to demand freedom for a warlord's kidnapped brother and safe passage for fighters from Afghanistan. They threatened to kill hostages and blow 30 bombs unless demands were met by Sunday.
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