Jordan and Israel sign historic draft peace pact
In Amman Jordan and Israel opened a draft peace treaty after resolving water and border disputes. Leaders Abdul Salam Majali and Yitzhak Rabin hailed a historic step toward normal relations. Talks, aided by World Bank funds, aimed to fund joint projects on the Yarmouk River and resolve remaining land issues.
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Craven County approves 1.9M revenue bond for Havelock middle school
Craven County commissioners unanimously authorize extending a 1.9 million dollar revenue bond to acquire land for a new Havelock middle school. Total project cost is estimated at 9.5 million with a possible referendum blocked by 4,000 petition signatures. Opposition cites lack of oversight and past bond misfits while supporters tout child benefits and potential interest savings if issued before year end.
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Kohl wins fourth term in close German election
Chancellor Helmut Kohl has won a fourth term with a narrow 10 seat majority in a vote that left his coalition weakened. The Social Democrats Greens and former East German communists gained, critiquing his rightward shift post unification. Kohl defended his coalition and vowed continued governance despite the tougher parliamentary hurdle.
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Iraq crisis splits US and Russia on sanctions and war
U S and Russian officials clash over lifting U N sanctions against Iraq while Saddam’s forces threaten Kuwait. Kozyrev cites Saddam’s pledge to recognize Kuwait’s border as Baghdad readies a parliamentary resolution. Clinton administration warns Iraq must withdraw and vows strong action if needed.
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