Britain to send 26 000 troops to Gulf region
London reports plans to deploy one quarter of its army, about 26 000 troops, to the Persian Gulf in coming weeks to pressure Saddam Hussein to disarm. Defence Secretary Geoff Hoon said reservists would be called and the move signals a credible threat of force while no decision on action has been made.
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One killed as gunfire erupts during Venezuela clashes
In Venezuela, violence flared on day 50 of the general strike. One man was killed and 15 wounded as supporters of Chavez and opposition marchers clashed near Chavallave.
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Security Council backs action against terrorism amid Iraq Korea split
The United Nations Security Council called for urgent worldwide action to curb terrorism and to adopt anti terror treaties while dividing over Iraq and North Korea. Members pressed states to deny sanctuary and funding to terrorists and to report on efforts by March 31.
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U S presses Turkey over use of bases in northern Iraq
In Ankara Gen Richard Myers met Turkish leaders and downplayed anger over Turkey resisting large troop hosting. Turkey hints any U S presence would be limited, with plans reportedly reconsidered to a smaller force as talks hinge on Turkish public opposition and regional stability.
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Father of Elian Gonzalez elected to Cuba's parliament
In Cuba's general elections officials announced that over 97 percent of voters backed 609 uncontested candidates including Juan Miguel Gonzalez father of Elian and famed folk singer Silvio Rodriguez. Turnout fell slightly from 1998 while blank ballots edged down. Fidel Castro voted in Santiago and remains a candidate for the National Assembly.
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