IRA is ordering its membership to drop weapons
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The Irish Republican Army has ordered a weapons disbanding by its members, laying the groundwork for peace negotiations with hope for an armistice in Northern Ireland. The Irish Republican Army has led the often violent struggle with Great Britain for political independence. The announcement was greeted with both hope and skepticism.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2005
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Britain ponders grim possibility of another long terror campaign
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In the continuing investigation into the London terrorist bombings the British are adjusting to the idea of a long terrorist campaign. British security forces are somewhat prepared because of past experiences with the Irish Republican Army, however Islamic suicide bombings are more frightening and more difficult to root out.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2005
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NATO chief seeks to calm waters
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The new Secretary General of NATO, Jaap de Hoop Scheffer reintroduces the use of French, in conjunction with English, in the organization's meetings. Some analysts see this as a move to dampen the impact of the dispute over the Iraq war on the organization.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2004
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