Gaza militants renew shelling after Hamas leader’s death
Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip fired mortar rounds and a homemade rocket at Jewish settlements after Israel killed Hamas deputy chief Adnan al Ghoul and his aide. At least one militant was killed and several wounded as Israeli forces conducted a broader operation amid funeral violence and renewed clashes.
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Kosovo Serbs weigh boycott as Kosovo votes loom
In Kosovo's eve election, minority Serbs face a political dilemma over participation. Leaders split over voting while Kosovska Mitrovica residents question the benefit of past elections. The 120 seat assembly vote tests international efforts to foster a multiethnic Kosovo ahead of status talks including possible independence.
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Iraqi tribunal judges train in international law in London
About 30 Iraqi judges and prosecutors received a week of seminars in London on crimes against humanity and war crimes to help Saddam Hussein's trial meet international standards. The sessions featured U S and British legal experts and were addressed by Lord Woolf at a dinner. Saddam faced seven preliminary charges when in court July 1.
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Ashcroft seeks Canada help to curb terrorism at border
U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft said Canada’s aid is needed to thwart terrorism and secure the shared border. He met Canadian Justice Minister Irwin Cotler and Deputy Prime Minister Anne McLellan, stressing the border’s vulnerability and the global effort required ahead of the November elections.
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Russia ratifies Kyoto Protocol on greenhouse gas cuts
The State Duma approved the Kyoto Protocol by a 334 to 73 vote, paving the way for Russia to join major industrial nations in reducing six greenhouse gases to 5.2 percent below 1990 levels. The pact requires approval by the upper house and President Putin after Russia notifies the UN.
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North Koreans seek asylum at Beijing school
About 30 North Koreans entered a South Korean school in Beijing on Friday and pleaded for asylum. Yonhap cited embassy officials noting 23 women and 6 men ran to the main building and asked to live in South Korea.
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Shatner Navarro Among 7000 Sign Up for Virgin Space Flights
Virgin Galactic chief Richard Branson reports more than 7000 people have registered for $210,000 suborbital flights to 110 kilometers up. High profile names include William Shatner and Dave Navarro. Branson says the initiative shows strong market interest and notes current spending plans of $110 million for ships and infrastructure and up to $26 million for SpaceShipOne technology licensing after two suborbital flights for the Ansari prize.
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