Letter marks fourth year of Terry Anderson hostage in Beirut
A Beirut paper prints an emotional open letter from Madeleine Bassil on the fourth anniversary of Terry Anderson's captivity. Anderson, 41, was abducted March 16, 1985, in west Beirut. The letter, from his Lebanese wife, pleads for his return as international pressure, diplomacy, and regional tensions unfold amid Iran linked groups and reactions to Rushdie’s novel controversy.
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Egypt raises flag as Taba border dispute ends
In TABA Egypt raises its flag to cap a seven year border dispute with Israel as Egyptians and hotel workers mark the transfer. Dozens of Egyptian workers gathered opposite the five star Taba Sonesta Hotel while Israelis sang as they left the beach area shortly before the ceremony. Mubarak called the move a step toward peace and unity.
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Brazilian strike ends in violence as 35 million join two-day protest
A two day national strike in Brazil protesting government austerity ended with violence as mobs looted suburban supermarkets and a leftist politician was shot. Police reported 210 injuries and 200 arrests amid widespread transportation and service shutdowns. Union leaders claimed 35 million workers joined, while government sources cited limited impact outside banks schools and transport.
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