Clinton appeals for UN support in addressing global crises
Clinton uses his United Nations address to seek international backing for limited interventions in regional conflicts, defend the Haiti mission, and announce new U.S. aid to Bosnia. He frames cooperation with the U.N. and NATO as a path to democracy while urging nations to resolve their own troubles. He meets leaders including Azerbaijan Romania and Mexico and previews a broader push with Congress for aid.
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Plague outbreak in Surat slows as deaths rise
An outbreak of pneumonic plague in Surat eases with hospital admissions and new cases dropping overnight. City officials cite lingering fear and blame slow cleanup after floods. Meanwhile in Toronto Air Canada crews refused to unload an Air India flight over plague exposure concerns.
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North Korea warns talks may stall over naval maneuvers
Geneva talks between North Korea and the United States run nearly five hours with no progress announced. North Korea condemned U S naval maneuvers off the Korean coast, signaling possible derailment of plans to open talks Pyongyang had previously agreed to. Meanwhile USAir moves to cut labor costs by 500 million dollars as chairman Seth Schoff Salizzoni and officials meet with union leaders in Arlington, Virginia, about talks status.
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Yeltsin Arrives in New York For U S Swing
Russian President Boris Yeltsin landed in New York for a five day U S visit aimed at boosting American investment in Russia. He spoke in Russian and said he hopes to push a broad but tough agenda with President Clinton and meet with political and business leaders in Washington.
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Peacekeepers find no evidence of atrocities in Rwanda
U N peacekeepers patrolling southeastern Rwanda reported no evidence supporting claims of government soldiers atrocities against returning refugees. Captain Jerry Deveau cited ongoing skirmishes between Tutsi led troops and militias loyal to the ousted Hutu government, while noting refugees’ accounts differed from on the ground interviews.
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Tough U.S. stance delays Iraq sanctions lift, says MEES
The Middle East Economic Survey in Nicosia reports a harder Clinton line on Iraq preserves the embargo. Baghdad rejects Kuwait's borders, cites harm from sanctions, while MEES notes U.S. policy shifts toward keeping measures until disarmament goals are met and warns against lifting with Saddam Hussein still in power.
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Chater Tops Social Security List For Commissioner Role
Social Security Commissioner Shirley Chater is the leading candidate to run the newly independent agency as Congress debates a six year term. The White House seeks key lawmakers for support while some aides and advocates urge stronger leadership and more resources for SSA.
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