India approves anti-terrorism bill after joint session debate
Lawmakers pass a Prevention of Terrorism bill amid sharp debate over civil rights. Interior Minister Advani asserts the measure against terrorism, while opponents warn of draconian overreach and possible Muslim targeting.
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Arafat Skips Arab Summit Amid Israeli Conditions
Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat will not attend the Arab summit as his cabinet denounces Israel for attempting to blackmail his travel with stringent return rules. Sharon cites unsafe conditions and Washington backs a cease fire before departure. Arafat’s absence threatens support for a Saudi peace overture in Beirut. Two UN observers in the West Bank were killed and a car bombing aimed at Jerusalem mall was thwarted. Egyptian President Mubarak also abstains over Israel’s terms.
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Search for al Qaeda lieutenant in eastern Afghanistan
In eastern Afghanistan's mountains and gorges U S aircraft hunt al Qaida and Taliban fighters after local Afghan commanders report sightings of al Qaida's second in command. Al Zawahri, 50, was last seen near Operation Anaconda areas and is believed to have moved toward Logar province with three senior clerics and 26 Arab officials.
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