Zapatistas End Peace Talks Threaten Escalation In Chiapas
Mexican rebels in Chiapas break off negotiations with the government, mine routes to Lacandon forests, install anti aircraft batteries, and threaten continued hostilities. President Salinas orders self defense only while seeking talks and a Truth Commission to address grievances. Subcommander Marcos accuses the state of deception and signals a possible resumption of conflict.
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Carlos Salinas de Gotari
Marcos
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Zapatistas
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Zapatista National Liberation Army
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German election race tightens as CDU SPD vie for chancellor
Berlin election preview shows Kohl's CDU aiming to extend power with FDP and Greens in play. SPD led by Rudolf Scharping battles for swing votes from smaller parties including the former Communists, while coalitions and minority governance are debated amid outsourcing worries and environmental taxes.
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Rudolf Scharping
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Champi
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FDP
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Greens
Wolfgang Thierse
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