Bush administration approves 4 million for Iraqi dissidents
The Treasury approves a 4 million grant to the Iraqi National Congress to aid anti Saddam groups in gathering evidence of crimes against humanity. Spokesman Sharif Ali says the funds will strengthen networks to expose regime crimes and penetrate Baghdad.
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Sharon Sharon Wins Big in Israel Election Vote Forecast
Polls published Friday forecast a landslide for hard liner Ariel Sharon four days before Israel's election as barak faces a blockaded West Bank and fatal ambushes by Palestinian gunmen undermine his bid. Barak calls off pre election peace summit plans as Peres candidacy ends.
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Mexican spy agency ends political surveillance to fight crime
Mexico's national security adviser says the Center for Investigation and National Security will stop political surveillance and focus on organized crime. President Vicente Fox orders the shift, with a draft bill to redefine the agency's remit. Missing files hinder full accounting of past abuses, including 1968 student killings and Chiapas unrest.
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U N appeals for urgent aid for Afghan refugees in camps
The United Nations urged immediate help as hundreds die from cold in Afghan refugee camps in Pakistan and Afghanistan. UN coordinator Erick de Mal cited destitution and lack of tents, blankets, and medical gear, with 80,000 in Herat camps and 480 dead from Monday to Wednesday.
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