Iranians Say No to Hard Liners Rules in Public Reform
Iranians increasingly defy puritanical limits as reformers gain ground. Khatami’s 1997 victory sparked shifts with women’s dress loosening, dating among youth, and Western cultural glimpses, though hard-liners retain power and restrain full change.
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No stopping statehood, Arafat tells Palestinian leaders
Yasser Arafat says there is no way to halt the march to statehood as the Palestinian Central Council gathers for a two day debate on timing for a declaration. protests outside Gaza City demand an immediate state, while Israel warns of annexation if a unilateral move occurs.
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Danes and festival goers mourn deaths at rock festival
The crowd mourns casualties at a popular rock festival as witnesses describe the tragedy. Police interview witnesses and guards while organizers defend security measures and the decision not to end the four day event early.
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