Mubarak Overturns Al Azhar Book Confiscation Action
President Hosni Mubarak reversed a decision by Al Azhar Islamic Research Academy to seize seven religious books. The move marks the first time a Egyptian president countermanded an action by the venerable Islamic institution, with author Mohammed Saeed el Ashmawy among the writers.
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Russia may require up to 20 billion in aid this year
Harvard economist Jeffrey Sachs urged Western donors to provide 15 to 20 billion dollars to support Russia as it restructures its centrally planned economy. He split the total into about 6 billion for emergency humanitarian aid, 6 billion for imports financing, and 5 billion for a stabilization fund to convert the rouble.
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Israel coalition crisis threatens Mideast talks
In Jerusalem the far right Tehiya and Moledet parties move to quit Prime Minister Shamir’s coalition over Palestinian autonomy plans. Their withdrawals risk collapsing the government and jeopardizing Washington peace talks and a $10 billion U.S. loan guarantee.
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