Britain faces NATO doubt over defense cuts and war readiness
NATO officials question if Britain can meet its core military commitments with an anticipated $166 million defense cut. The plan targets overseas civilian staff and R&D, while preserving major weapons programs and forces in Europe and around the British Isles.
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Leaders gather as fighting in Lebanon eases
Syria ordered a cease fire with Palestinian guerrillas while Yasir Arafat and other leaders met in Saudi Arabia for talks on Lebanon. Fighting continued between Christian and Muslim forces in Beirut as regional powers push for a peaceful solution to the 18 month civil war.
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