Barak Presses Peace Ahead of Camp David Amid No-Confidence Votes
Prime Minister Ehud Barak remained undeterred as coalition fractures grew hours before two no-confidence motions in Parliament. He pledged that peace with the Palestinians would secure Israel, with concessions on both sides likely at Camp David under Clinton’s mediation. Barak postponed departure for the United States, met Mubarak in Cairo, and prepared to negotiate with opposition and splinter groups upon return.
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Assad’s son runs as sole candidate in Syria referendum
Syria votes in a nationwide referendum to confirm Bashar Assad as president after Hafez Assad’s death. The election process is tightly controlled by the Baath party, with Assad expected to win a near unanimous “yes” vote. The turnout and official results are announced by parliament, amid mourning and state support.
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Manila garbage dump collapse kills dozens in Payatas tragedy
A rain loosening of a massive Manila dump collapsed at Payatas in Quezon City, burying about 100 shanties and causing a blaze. At least 32 were confirmed dead, 68 missing, and 29 injured as rescuers struggled amid stench and limited equipment. Evacuees totaled nearly 200 families at city hall.
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Gunman Who Shot Pope Denounces Vatican in Court
Mehmet Ali Agea, on trial in Istanbul for armed robbery and car theft tied to 1979 crimes, branded the Vatican as the enemy of God and humanity. He said he has launched a cultural war against the Holy See, after being extradited from Italy following a pardon.
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