Rebel leader ready to talk cease-fire in Zaire Kisangani drive
Zaires rebel chief Laurent Kabila signaled willingness to negotiate a cease-fire with Mobutu, but observers doubt talks will stop the assault on Kisangani. Dutch minister Pronk said Kabila accepted UN plan in principle and aid access would expand for 100,000 refugees.
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US and Vietnam near deal to settle wartime debt
US and Vietnam statesmen say a draft agreement on repayment of debts from South Vietnam is under review by both governments. The deal could ease moves toward a broader trade accord, with US asking Vietnam to cover up to 150 million in development and humanitarian debts, not military loans.
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John Major loses support as Gardiner joins Referendum Party
Sir George Gardiner a Conservative lawmaker at odds with Prime Minister John Major over European integration announced Saturday he will switch to the Referendum Party. He plans to run in national elections in May as a Referendum candidate, reducing Major's Commons majority to two against the opposition. Gardiner said he would back the government in a confidence vote if Labor attempts to topple it.
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