Israel open to talks on Golan withdrawal in peace push
The United States reports Israel ready to discuss withdrawal from the Golan Heights with Syria. A Palestinian envoy urged a broad land-for-peace commitment including the West Bank Gaza and Jerusalem, while stressing it need not block negotiation progress.
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West African forces shell rebels as Monrovia faces clash
West African peacekeepers fired artillery at rebels near Monrovia and bombed their interior base believed to be Charles Taylor's headquarters. The air raid could trigger wider war as 7,000 troops rush reinforcements amid escalating fighting. Refugees exceed 100,000. water supplies run short.
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Hariri Named Lebanon Prime Minister Amid Jubilation
Wealthy businessman Rafik Hariri was named prime minister causing widespread cheers in Beirut. Supporters praised his finances and foreign ties, hoping for investment and aid to rebuild war-ravaged Lebanon. the pound rose on the news.
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Iraq signs aid resumption deal with United Nations
The Baghdad government signed a six month $200 million agreement with the United Nations to resume a relief program, sending at least 300 guards to Kurdish northern Iraq and other areas as winter approaches. Ambassador Nizar Hamdoun voiced satisfaction, noting the program helps needy populations nationwide.
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