Military chief urges Ukraine to honor CIS defense pacts
In Moscow, CIS military chief Yevgeny Shaposhnikov warned Ukraine against violating defense pacts and pressed for a unified force. He criticized hastily formed separate armies while Ukraine pushes to control the Black Sea Fleet amid Minsk accords and debates over armed forces alignment.
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Chad clashes around Lake Chad leave hundreds dead
Government reports say its troops pursued rebels around Bol and Liwa on Lake Chad after claiming victory. The Defense Ministry lists 425 dead in the two towns, including 400 rebels and 25 soldiers, while 70 soldiers are wounded. Rebels deny loss of control, claiming Bol and Liwa remain theirs.
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China and Japan ease tensions with talks of high level visits
China and Japan announced toward warmer ties with Jiang Zemin expected in Tokyo by June and Emperor Akihito possibly visiting Beijing this fall. Li Peng called the Tokyo visit significant and Wan Li would visit Tokyo this year as both sides push economic and political engagement to replace sanctions.
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Gamsakhurdia loyalists raid TV tower amid Georgia clashes
In TBILISI soldiers loyal to President Zviad Gamsakhurdia attacked a television transmitting tower held by the opposition. One rebel was killed as clashes left at least 73 dead and 400 wounded over two weeks. Supporters failed to mass for a pro-Gamsakhurdia rally near Parliament.
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Croatians Return To Shelters As Cease Fire Holds
In Zadar after a U.N. sponsored truce began on Friday, businesses reopened and residents ventured out from shelters though skepticism remained over lasting peace. The 6 month Croatian civil war pits Croats against Serb federal forces with thousands dead.
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