Afghan factions back ex king as transitional head in talks
Afghan exiles and four delegations in Bonn discuss an interim administration to govern until a loya jirga convenes possibly in March. Former King Mohammad Zaher Shah, 87, is favored as head, though power limits and monarchy return are debated. Rabbani and other leaders show opposition or conditional acceptance.
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Germany
Afghanistan
Fatima Gailani
Mohammad Zaher Shah
Zaher Shah
Rome
Gailani
Peshawar
Pakistan
U.S
James Dobbins
Northern Alliance
Burhanuddin Rabbani
Dobbins
Cyprus
Abdul Qadir Amiryar
Sima Wali
Sima
U.N
Ahmad Fawzi
Bonn
Return of Afghan women to medical schools after Taliban rule
Afghan women start returning to Kabul University for classes as Taliban bans ease. Dozens gathered for a protest but it was canceled by Younus Qanooni citing security concerns. Activist Suraya Parlika noted uncertain will to expand women’s public roles amid ongoing talks for a new government.
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Kabul
Afghanistan
Taliban
Suraya Parlika
Parlika
Younus Qanooni
Northern Alliance
Germany
Qanooni
Alliance
Rebels free hostages after arms deal with rebels in Philippines
Ninety hostage victims including 55 men 25 women and nine children were released after rebels allied with a MNLF faction agreed to disarm and move to a new camp. The government will not file charges for now and the operation follows a clash that left many dead. Local officials and military leaders marked the end of the standoff as authorities pledge faster southern development.
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U S envoys witness bloodshed in Israel
Two Palestinians opened fire at a bus station and open-air market in Afula, killing two Israelis and wounding 14 before being killed. A helicopter tour observed the aftermath as Hamas claimed responsibility and calls for a cease fire grew.
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Channel Two
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