Iran showcases Islamic values at Sarajevo cultural center
The Iranian Cultural Center opened on Sarajevo's main drag featuring the exhibit Ayatollah Khomeini Sun shine of the Islamic Revolution. Officials say the center aims to expand Iran's influence amid Bosnia’s postwar identity, displaying photos and videos about the ayatollah and distributing pamphlets on modest dress for Muslim women. Local Muslims remain less devout, with drinking and pork common among many, according to center representative Alavi.
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Iraq Hands Over Weapons Declarations to U.N. in Manama
U N inspectors received three black folders with chemical and biological weapon and surface to surface missile files from Iraq in Manama Bahrain. Rolf Ekeus said the declarations are complete but require verification and hinted at anticipated nuclear program disclosures by month’s end. Baghdad agreed to unrestricted site access and high level talks with Tariq Aziz and oil minister Mohammed Amer Rashid to advance dismantling of weapons programs.
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Pope honors Germans who opposed Hitler at outdoor Mass
Pope John Paul II praised four Germans who resisted the Nazi regime at a damp outdoor Mass in Paderborn, including a Jewish convert who died at Auschwitz. He noted the four as signs of resistance and announced two priests would be beatified in Berlin, with others already beatified. The trip aims to address Catholic dissent in Germany.
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U.S. Veto Ends Boutros Boutros-Ghali Term Bid
Washington blocked a second term for U N secretary-general Boutros Boutros-Ghali amid policy clashes over eastern Croatia Israel shelling of a U N camp in south Lebanon and tensions with the U N on Yugoslavia. The decision hinges on Middle East peace NATO operations and budget fights with Congress.
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