U.S. Force Plans in Haiti Meet Little Resistance Says Experts
EU press sees few problems for a U.S. force as Haitians worry about long stays. experts note potential for guerrilla fighting after two weeks and highlight Haiti’s army, trained in the United States, with U.S.-made weapons. Cadets Bramby and Francois, plus Lt. Gen. Cedras, hold power. risk centers on friendly fire and mechanical accidents, not Haitian resistance.
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Bush says Haiti action not Desert Storm clash
Former President Bush called comparing Haiti troop deployments to Desert Storm a real stretch. He would support troops if ordered to invade and urged distinguishing military action from diplomacy to advance democracy and human rights in Haiti while criticizing Clinton's policy. Desert Storm commander Gen. Schwarzkopf echoed caution about risking American lives.
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Castro signals gradual reforms despite embargo hardline
President Fidel Castro told U S News & World Report that Cuba will pursue gradual economic reforms while resisting disarray under the U S embargo. He praised the refugee deal with the Clinton administration, refused broader liberalization, and said sovereignty cannot be negotiated though talks may continue.
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White House dispatched fire crew after false alarm and crash
Fire engines rushed to the White House on Friday after a noon report of smoke, but aides said no fire existed and a fluorescent light fixture caused the odor. Earlier Monday a small plane crash near the president's bedroom prompted a similar response by the same fire company.
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Burns moves from intensive care after brain surgery
George Burns 98 was moved from intensive care on Friday as he continues recovery from brain surgery performed earlier in the week to relieve fluid buildup after a July 13 fall. He is listed in fair condition.
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Suspected slaying leads to arrest in Evans case
Police arrested DeWitt Eames, 23, on a first degree murder charge in the slaying of Kevin Evans after three gunmen forced entry to his home. Evans’ 10 year old son pleaded for his father’s life as officers described an outpouring community response and two suspects remained at large.
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Bee swarm injuries man mowing lawn in Texas
An elderly man, Clarence Collins, 71, was stung hundreds of times by a swarm while mowing his lawn near San Antonio. He was hospitalized briefly at Wilford Hall Medical Center and later released. A neighbor described the attack as sudden and overwhelming. Texas A&M Lab investigated the species, uncertain if Africanized killer bees were involved.
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