Russians foresee prolonged war in Chechnya as Grozny shelling continues
Russian artillery pounded Grozny as Moscow admitted its forces were far from controlling Chechnya. A convoy of tanks and armored personnel carriers rolled into Tolstoy-Yuri, north of Grozny, on Thursday, extending a five week struggle led by Gen. Anatoly Kvassov.
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Dikes Hold Up as Rivers Recede in Netherlands
Dikes remain precarious as cooled rivers drop, forcing shoring up of earthen walls to protect villages in southeastern Netherlands. Water leaks through weakened embankments spur ongoing emergency measures and home evacuations for thousands.
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Japan Quake Toll Climbs As Deaths Reach 243
Wire reports from Japan’s worst natural disaster in 72 years say the earthquake has killed 243 people and injured many more. Police indicate up to 100 deaths are confirmed, with hospitals across the country treating a surge of victims.
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Peru and Ecuador Reach Border Cease-Fire Accord
In Rio de Janeiro negotiators from Peru and Ecuador agreed on cease-fire terms over a disputed 50 mile border region rich in minerals. Brazil Argentina Chile and the United States coordinated the talks as presidents Duran Ballen and Fujimori urged an end to fighting. A demilitarized zone with independent observers was discussed along with troop pullback details. The deal awaits final approval from both governments.
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Middle East leaders push for peace talks expansion
Israel and Arab peace partners pledged to halt bloodshed but offered no concrete steps. After five hours at Mubarak’s invitation, Rabin Arafat and Hussein failed to outline actions against extremists. They announced more meetings, with Cairo talks Monday and a Gaza border meeting next Thursday, followed by Feb 12 talks in Washington on wider cooperative goals.
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