Milosevic assumes Yugoslav presidency amid protests in Belgrade
Milosevic sworn in as Yugoslav president amid clashes and thousands of shoes hurled at his motorcade. Demonstrators accuse him of causing wars in Croatia and Bosnia while pledging peace and progress for the federation. Police clash with protesters as tensions rise.
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Dike breaches flood eastern Germany near Frankfurt Oder
The Oder River dike broke near Frankfurt an der Oder after a rush of sandbags. About 300 residents evacuated with another 2,300 urged to leave as the flood spreads. Brandenburg officials call it a flood disaster of unprecedented proportions. Bonn pledged over 110 million dollars in aid and loans for victims. Czech floods add to regional damage estimated at 1.8 million and rising.
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ASEAN Seeks Role in Cambodian Leadership Crisis
ASEAN moves to bar Cambodia from admission until its leadership crisis is resolved. Hun Sen agrees to allow ASEAN involvement, with Malaysia's Abdullah Badawi welcoming a formal role. EU ministers also approve stricter mad cow disease precautions banning certain animal parts in foods.
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Algerian towns hit by militants kill 61 near Algiers
Armed groups attacked two towns outside the capital killing 61 people including many children. Hospitals and witnesses report the massacre while the government did not confirm the incidents and no group claimed responsibility. The insurgency has already killed tens of thousands.
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