Former Slovak leader Meciar arrested in dramatic raid
Police stormed the home of former Prime Minister Vladimir Meciar using explosives and axes and arrested him for allegedly paying unauthorized bonuses to cabinet members during his five years in office. He was released hours later as authorities faced questions over the force used. President Rudolf Schuster said charges were not serious enough for such a raid.
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UN seeks up to 8000 peacekeepers in south Lebanon
The United Nations plans to double its force in southern Lebanon from 4500 to as many as 8000 troops to secure a vacuum after Israel's expected pullout before July 7. U N and U S diplomats say armored vehicles and logistics aid are being sought as the Security Council orders preparations for withdrawal. A separate bus crash in southeastern Kenya left 69 dead and 30 injured after a head on collision near Mtho Andei amid last weeks deadly traffic toll.
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Land clashes in Zimbabwe persist amid peace talks
In Harare clashes continue as war veterans torch two homesteads and attack black farm workers after pledges to halt violence. President Mugabe hosts talks with regional leaders amid cautious optimism, while analysts say only his order to remove squatters could end the crisis.
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Berlusconi Seeks Return as Italy Faces Early Elections
Ex premier Silvio Berlusconi, under corruption convictions and ongoing trials, argues Italians will reinstall him if elections occur. He warns the left may block a vote until 2001 while claiming his broad alliance could win about 60 percent if a general election is held now.
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