US objects to Castro criticism of diplomat
The United States protested Fidel Castro's remarks about a U.S. diplomat at a Havana dissidents meeting. James Cason, who leads U.S. diplomats in Cuba, spoke to reporters after Castro accused the meeting attendees of a shameless provocation. State Department spokesman Beeker said Castro's language shows he fears freedom of expression and human rights support.
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Trade promotion trip to Cuba by Rep Moore and delegation
Rep. Dennis Moore and an eight member bipartisan delegation traveled to Cuba for a five day mission to push for expanded trade. They advocate allowing American producers to sell more food to Cuba to boost commerce in the hemisphere.
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Gunmen kill two inside Sabbath dinner in Gaza
Palestinian gunmen dressed as religious students killed a husband and wife at a sabbath meal in Kiryat Arba before being shot dead. Israel reoccupied a northern Gaza area, surrounding houses, posting posts and digging trenches in the deepest Gaza reoccupation in 29 months. Two other gunmen died when attempting to infiltrate Nahal Negohot amid ongoing fighting.
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Philippines tightens money laundering law to curb terror funding
The Philippines amended its anti money laundering law after the Financial Task Force gave a March 15 deadline. President Arroyo signed the measure, hailed by White House officials as a key tool against terrorists accessing the financial system.
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Plane crash in Sahara kills 102 in Algeria
Engine trouble likely caused the fiery Air Algerie Boeing 737 crash at Tamanrasset airport. The jet slid into the perimeter fence and burned after the impact, killing 102 with one survivor. Boeing investigators head to Algeria to assist the probe. Ninety six passengers died, including six French nationals, plus six crew members.
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