French rescue frees 74 Tutsis from Rwanda incident
French commandos flew 74 Tutsis from Rwanda to Goma in six helicopters after days in hiding from Hutu militiamen. The evacuees, wounded and exhausted, marked the largest rescue in France's week-old operations aiding war victims near Mount Karoungi. Commandos left behind to protect others as UN humanitarian efforts continue amid Rwanda's civil war.
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Palestinians greet Arafat amid self rule panic in Gaza
Thousands of Palestinians plan to greet Yasser Arafat on his return as the Palestinian self-rule government reels from anxiety over organizing the welcome. Arafat is due Friday afternoon at Rafah border, with a parade and speech anticipated in Gaza City.
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Gore seeks reconciliation with Vatican
Vice President Al Gore urged mending ties with the Vatican over artificial contraception and abortion. He called for cooperation to stabilize world population and reduce conflict while respecting opposing beliefs. The White House response followed Vatican and Catholic criticism of U S efforts to expand global access to contraception and abortion.
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