Nuclear warheads in Ukraine raise fears of explosion risk
Reports describe a dangerous chain of events if aging Soviet era warheads in Ukraine fail. Russian officials warn of possible spontaneous detonations and plutonium release, prompting trilateral talks and Ukraine’s transfer of most of its 1,800 warheads to Russia. Maslin warned membranes must be replaced every six years to prevent accidents.
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Russian reformer quits amid go slow reform signals
Moscow officials reported that the government's reformer reportedly resigned from the cabinet as Boris Yeltsin slows radical reforms after a Communist nationalist electoral victory. Finance Minister Boris Fyodorov allegedly left Tuesday, with officials uncertain if he will stay, signaling a shift toward a cautious reform path.
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Chiapas governor resigns after rebel uprising in state
Chiapas governor Elmar Setzer Marseille resigned to the Chiapas state legislature amid a violent rebellion. His successor vowed justice and democracy while a peace envoy said he has messaged rebels but no direct talks yet. Setzer, in office a year, faced criticism for weak leadership and ties to powerful landowners targeted by the revolt.
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Chrétien vows jobs and faith in government agenda
Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien outlined a policy agenda in the throne speech promising job creation and government reforms. The Liberals won 178 of 295 seats in October, boosting chances for approval of the platform amid a continuation of campaign promises.
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Talks yield little progress on NK nuclear inspections in Vienna
In Vienna, U.N. and North Korean officials held a third round of talks on resuming inspections. IAEA spokesman David Kyd said Pyongyang raised questions about a list of inspection requests during a three hour session. He noted there is no green light for the requested inspections.
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French sailboat found drifting off Brazil coast
A 28-foot French sailboat with no crew was found by five fishermen drifting off Almofala on Brazil’s northeast coast, 1,900 miles northeast of Rio de Janeiro. The vessel was in good condition with emergency gear and comms. TV Globo said the boat would be towed to Fortaleza as investigators continue.
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