Guardian Council approves Iran nuclear development law
Iran's Guardian Council approves a law forcing development of nuclear technology including uranium enrichment. The measure strengthens Iran's stance in talks with Europe while not mandating immediate enrichment, and lawmakers say Europeans should stop asking for a permanent freeze. Akhavan, Isfahan representative, says the law will guide negotiations. May 15 parliament bill cleared by Guardian Council is pending final action.
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Clinton cancels tour of tsunami hit islands
Former President Clinton cancels a planned Saturday tour of tsunami hit areas in the Maldives. U.N. officials cite weather or exhaustion as reasons, while Clinton’s aides say he remains f in e. Meetings with leaders and officials in the Maldives are rescheduled, with remaining stops in Indonesia.
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King Fahd in stable condition amid pneumonia concerns
Saudi officials report King Fahd remains in stable condition after hospitalization for an apparent pneumonia. Crown Prince Abdullah, de facto leader since 1995 stroke, presided over a Gulf Cooperation Council meeting as the monarchy’s health status prompted prayers nationwide.
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PA calls for 5000 new police to guard Gaza Strip
Palestinian Authority Interior Ministry spokesman Tawfiq Abu Khousa said 5000 security forces are to be recruited to secure Gaza as Israel plans to evacuate and dismantle settlements this summer. The recruits will not be armed due to Israeli gun restrictions, and Israel has yet to coordinate the pullout with the PA despite top-level discussions.
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