Belarus Russia union aims to link governments and economies
Belarus and Russia announced a new union linking their governments and economies while preserving sovereignty. A council of presidents, prime ministers, and parliamentary leaders would govern the arrangement. Belarus, economically strained since 1991, seeks closer Moscow ties after Chernobyl's regional impact.
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Sudan elects el-Bashir vows to uphold Islamic law
Thousands celebrate in Khartoum as Lt. Gen Omar el-Bashir secures about 75 percent of votes for a five year term after a March election. He pledged no let up on Islamic law amid U.N. sanctions threats. Also, Italian authorities identify accomplices in the Achille Lauro hijack escape. Youssef al Molqi recaptured in Spain and questioned.
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IRA party may run in elections in Northern Ireland
Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams said his party may participate in the British proposed May elections to seat an assembly that will appoint delegates for June peace talks. He argued participation is necessary, despite reservations, while Major urged IRA cease-fire and inclusion in the democratic process.
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Bosnians release Serb POWs before deadline
Bosnian government freed 109 Serb prisoners before a midnight Saturday deadline, marching them toward a bridge on Serb territory as talks in Geneva and Moscow flagged. Officials warned of sanctions if remaining POWs are not released, with 26 still held in Tuzla and 62 held for war crimes investigations.
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