Israel Emerges As Major Arms Exporter
Israel ranks alongside Switzerland Italy and Sweden in arms sales to foreign governments officials say the defense industry employs tens of thousands and exports range from small ammunition to jet fighters. The Uzi is sold to over 60 countries including the United States Secret Service.
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Queen Elizabeth May Abdicate in Favor of Prince Charles
A London Sunday Mirror feature reports Queen Elizabeth, nearing age 50, may abdicate within 10 to 15 years. It notes she has reigned since 1952 and faces retirement thoughts common at midlife for active figures.
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Timor capital falls as Indonesian forces claim control
Indonesian troops and affiliated militias say they seized Dili from Fretilin and declared Portuguese Timor part of Indonesia. Officials report 300 Fretilin troops surrendered while Fretilin alleges casualties among Chinese residents. China accuses Indonesia of invasion as Timor moves toward political settlement.
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