Violence erupts in Caracas over price hikes clash near Miraflores Palace
In Caracas troops clash with snipers near the presidential palace as rioting over government price increases spreads through the city. A dusk to dawn curfew is enforced, with reports of dozens killed and hundreds wounded. authorities cite high death tolls but figures vary.
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Miraflores Palace
UPI
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Tovar
Carlos Andres Perez
Asai
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Alexis Bolivar
Judicial Technical Police
Burmese Voters Face 233 Party Options
In Rangoon 233 registered political parties spark worries over Burma’s May 1990 multi party elections. Critics note the sheer number could dilute votes, with officials fearing logistical chaos and the military regime’s restrictions on outdoor political activity. The regime, in power since 1988, plans to hold the first free elections since 1960.
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Burma
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China rebukes Bush over dissident dinner invitation in Beijing
China called Bush's invitation to dissident Fang Lizhi disrespectful and accused the U S side of imposing its will. Fang, 52, was blocked by police from attending the farewell dinner after Bush's visit, while three other dissidents did attend. The incident darkened the trip's tone amid U S concerns on human rights.
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UPI
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White House
Jerusalem Mayor Kollek Wins Sixth Term in Tight Council Race
Teddy Kollek will remain mayor of Jerusalem but lost the city council majority for the first time in 23 years as Likud gains and ultra orthodox groups surge. Only 4 percent of Arab voters participated amid a boycott, complicating Kollek's new five year term and possible coalition talks with center and left parties.
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Afghan Moslems Arrested in Kabul as Soviet Withdrawal Casts Shadow
A Soviet official said Afghan security forces captured hundreds of Islamists from Pakistan based groups in Kabul during two weeks of citywide sweeps. Detainees include members of Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, Mohammad Nabi Mohammadi, and Burhanuddin Rabbani factions, with reports of thousands of arms and explosives found. Officials noted ongoing threats and a looming stalemate as Jalalabad presented a new challenge.
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