Israelis debate lifting blockade on Arafat in Ramallah
Israel plans to discuss easing the siege on Yasser Arafat as Cabinet debate looms amid warnings from hard line ministers. Violence persisted with a fatal shooting and 18 Palestinians plus 2 soldiers wounded. Talks ongoing among Israeli Palestinian and U.S. officials to prepare for a cease fire.
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Australia seeks help against smuggling
Australia aims to build a regional response to people smuggling with a Bali conference after Prime Minister John Howard used tough actions to curb asylum arrivals. Delegations from 34 nations will attend as Asia weighs the impact on refugee policy.
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Pastrana visits former FARC stronghold in San Vicente del Caguán
President Andres Pastrana lands at a soccer field in San Vicente del Caguán as army troops retake the rebel zone. He accuses the FARC of sabotaging peace talks after hijacking a plane and kidnapping a senator. U.S. advisers accompany the president as troops clear roads and airstrips.
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Pilgrims Throng Mecca for Devil Stoning Ritual Day
From Mecca valley thousands of pilgrims stream to the devil stoning ritual as the hajj nears its final day. Pilgrims cast seven pebbles at three pillars while chanting Allahu Akbar, seeking spiritual cleansing amid a season marked by strict safety warnings and past disasters.
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Egypt Mass Train Fire Victims Await Mass Burial After Delayed IDs
Families gain more time to identify victims among 363 dead from a Cairo southbound train fire as officials postpone the mass funeral. President Mubarak vows accountability while transport leaders resign and a new authority head is named. 197 bodies identified, many charred beyond recognition. Funeral postponed to Sunday to maximize identification window.
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