Yeltsin envoy has strong ties to West

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Viktor Chernomyrdin, who has been named by Russian President Boris Yeltsin as Russia's special envoy for resolving the conflict in Kosovo, Yugoslavia, has been less critical of Nato than most other Russian politicians. His appointment indicates that Yeltsin is seeking to present Russia as mediator. Chernomyrdin has stated that Russia should seek to put a stop to the conflict as soon as possible, with both sides being encouraged to attend negotiations.

International politics, Yugoslavia, Russia, International relations, Yeltsin, Boris, National liberation movements, Peace negotiations, Kosovo, Yugoslavian foreign relations, Chernomyrdin, Viktor, Albanians, Albanians in Yugoslavia, Diplomatic negotiations in international disputes

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Palestinians clash over arrest of Hamas leader

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Palestinian security forces have clashed with militant Islamist nationals outside the home of Sheikh Ahmed Yassin, the spiritual leader of Hamas, who is under house arrest. Large numbers of Islamic militants have been arrested as Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat comes under growing pressure from Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon.

Public affairs, Palestine, Cases, Brief Article, Criticism and interpretation, Crime, Palestine National Authority, Islamic Resistance Movement, Yassin, Ahmed

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Palestinians turn fury on Arafat after shootings

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There is great tension in the Gaza Strip following the shooting of three demonstrators by Palestinian police. The instability in the area has strongly highlighted the split between Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat and the radical Islamic nationalists who have strong support among ordinary Palestinians.

Political aspects, Public opinion, Gaza Strip

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