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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1999
Page
7
Rebels reported repulsing six Russian ground assaults in Grozny's north and southeast over 24 hours, while Russia continued bombardment. Chechen fighters held firm from bunkers in ruined buildings as up to 40,000 civilians remained trapped by shelling and hunger.
Australia faced the strongest cyclone on record with winds up to 185 mph in the Northwest. Cyclone John battered Whim Creek near Karratha causing outages and evacuations as it weakened moving south. Officials warned of 20 foot storm surges though large towns were spared major damage. Local residents sought shelter in a freight container as centers opened in Karatha.
Berlin reports Germany will sell state shares to help fund a 5.2 billion dollar compensation scheme for former Nazi slave and forced laborers. A deal with U S and Germany raises the government offer to augment industry pledges. details to be released Friday in Berlin. Chancellor Schroeder cites immunity talks with President Clinton as part of the agreement and says he is truly satisfied with the safeguards.
Iraq said crude shipments would resume this week under the U N oil for food program after earlier delays caused by late sanctions committee approvals. The plan foresees up to 2.4 million barrels daily but will likely remain near 2.2 million, with a $5.2 billion six month export allowance.
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