Milosevic’s foes take over power in Yugoslavia
Slobodan Milosevic conceded defeat to Vojislav Kostunica as protesters stormed parliament in Belgrade, triggering massive celebrations. The army pledged loyalty to the new authority, while Kostunica prepared a crisis plan and Western powers lifted sanctions talks, signaling a swift end to Milosevic’s 13 year regime.
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World Bank to loan Ukraine for coal sector upgrade
World Bank President James Wolfensohn announced 70 million in loans to upgrade Ukraine's coal mining sector with a three year 1.4 billion cooperation program tied to Kyiv's economic performance next year. He noted reforms in finance, education, and corruption issues and pledged aid for AIDS TB health and property rights registration. He met President Kuchma Prime Minister Yushchenko and lawmakers during a three day visit.
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