World Diplomat Seeks Rights in Singapore
David Marshall, 86, a famed defender of civil liberties and Singapore’s founding figure, criticizes a tightly controlled press and political system. He praises some achievements while noting brutal crackdowns and media suppression, reflecting on his past roles in opposition to British rule and as ambassador to France. He admires economic progress yet remains wary of government tactics.
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Marshall
Lee
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U N.declared Gorazde tension as NATO deadlines shiped
UN reports Gorazde remained tense as Serb forces and weapons faced withdrawal deadlines. British patrols took fire inside the zone with suspected Serb casualties. A Danish tank squadron traded shellfire near Tuzla with no reported losses.
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ANC Leads Early as South Africa Votes Counted In Free Election
The ANC surged to a early lead as officials began counting millions of ballots in South Africa's first democratic vote. Mandela was poised to become president with a coalition likely including de Klerk, while the Western Cape showed strong support for the National Party. By 4 percent tally the ANC led with 45.6 percent to 39.6 percent for the NP, as Ramaphosa predicted a 60 percent landslide driven by black turnout across the nation.
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US Official Meets Assad to Push Israeli Peace Plan
Secretary of State Warren Christopher met Syrian President Hafez Assad in Damascus to discuss Israeli proposals to break the peace talks deadlock. He delivered a staged Israeli withdrawal plan from the Golan Heights and security assurances, plus a complaints list on drug trafficking in Lebanon and counterfeiting in Syria. The Clinton administration notes Syria improved on terrorism and narcotics concerns but remains on a terrorism-promoting list for 1993. Christopher sought details of a recent Russian arms deal with Syria as Moscow plans extended ties.
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Farouk Sharaa
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