Argentina opens archives on Nazi gold search
The government offers Jewish groups full access to Central Bank archives to probe if Nazi plundered gold reached Argentina. President Menem responded to a Wiesenthal Center request, as officials cite cooperation with European and South American banks. Rabbi Hier calls the move a major breakthrough for the investigation.
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Poison arrows settle land dispute in Somalia
Rival Hawiye subclansmen clashed in Merca 60 miles south of Mogadishu using poisoned arrows and guns, killing seven and wounding four. The violence underscores Somalia's clan system and lack of a central government since 1991.
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Israel scales back West Bank pullout plan remains murky
Israel eyes a weekend withdrawal from the West Bank with Netanyahu clashing with Palestinian expectations. Netanyahu says Palestinians should abandon a 90 percent goal by 1999 while reports claim a mere 10 percent handover. Cabinet to decide extent, Sabbath timing may delay to Sunday. The move is part of an interim phase before a broader 1999 settlement, amid tensions over east Jerusalem and autonomous enclaves around Jenin and Nablus.
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Rebels seize Tingi-Tingi as refugees flee across Zaire
Rebels report capturing Manono in Shaba and push into northeast Zaire displacing tens of thousands of refugees. 170000 Rwandan Hutu refugees in Tingi-Tingi camp urged repatriation with UN consideration of intervention forces. Secretary General Annan warns weeks delay could prove fatal as aid efforts unfold.
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Peru rebels refuse exile offer in Cuba stand
Peru rebels with 72 hostages rejected Cuban asylum as a route to end the crisis unless hundreds of jailed comrades are freed. President Fujimori met Castro in Havana who offered asylum option via mediators. rebels insisted on staying in Peru and demanded releases. Cerpa said the decision is final and noted no clear stance on Cuba.
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