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The article focuses on the aftermath of the war between the Lebanese and united forces of the U.S., France, Italy and Great Britain, which happened in Beirut in 1983. It notes that the war left the city tons of rubbles, 229 dead and 81 wounded. It mentioned that the main purpose of the attack is to drive the troops from the united countries out from Lebanon.

The article focuses on the developments on the dispute between Great Britain and Argentina over Falkland Islands. It mentions the conflict between the two countries due to the ownership issue of these islands, wherein both sides have suffered. However, both nations are aiming to claim the possession and sovereignty of Falkland.

The article reports on the implications on the French government's shipment of the five Super Etendard fighter-bombers to Iraq. It highlights the concern of the residents that the influx of the new weaponry might threaten to intensify the Iran-Iraq war, which could disrupt the supply line of oil from the Persian Gulf. It also mentions the warning of the Iranian government to prevent any ships from entering or leaving the gulf when its oil installations are damaged during the shipment.

Focuses on the presence of troops led by Australia in Indonesia known as the East Timor International Force (INTERFET). Political and social climate in Dili; The impact of Indonesian troops and pro-Jakarta militia; International relief efforts for thousands of refugees in the country; The mixed reaction to INTERFET; The roles of Major General Kiki Syanakri and Foreign Minister Ali Alatas; Challenges to be faced. INSET: A Drive into the Dark Side, by Zamira Loebis.

Focuses on foreign relations between the United States and Europe. Positive results of the alliance between Europe and the U.S. since 1945; Why this alliance shows signs of weakening as of March 2001; Europe's concerns about the administration of U.S. President George W. Bush, especially plans to build a national missile shield; Other areas of disagreement, including policy in Iraq; Cultural gaps and economic ties; Response of government leaders including Bush and British Prime Minister Tony Blair.

Discusses how Pyongyang, North Korea sent patrol boats and torpedo vessels across a maritime demilitarized zone into South Korean waters. Questions as to the motivation of North Korea; Past standoffs between North and South Korea; Fears of war; Worries displayed by the United States; Plans for meetings of Korean diplomats; Economic effects of North Korea's isolation; Outlook.

Presents information on the journey of Chinese Prime Minister Zhu Rongji to the United States in April of 1999. His public demeanor and attempts to appear cheerful; State of relations between the two countries; His stated goal to speak directly to the American people; Zhu leaving without the US backing China's entrance into the World Trade Organization that he had hoped for.

Recalls the death of 28 people in Omagh, Ireland after the explosion of a car bomb planted by the Real IRA. Rituals of grief and loss surrounding the bombing; Calls for the country to unite in condemnation of the men of violence; Why the Omagh bombing has a particular poignancy; Impact on the peace process.

Reports that British Prime Minister Tony Blair has offered Gerry Adams, Sinn Fein spokesman, a place at negotiations for the Northern Ireland peace process if he can end the violence of the Irish Republican Army. Reaction of politicians to the offer; Letter written by student Margaret Gibney to Blair; Negotiations for the holding of Protestant marches in Catholic areas. INSET: Risk and reward: Mo Mowlam lays it on the line..

Discusses how citizens of both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland voted to endorse a peace agreement that offers the best hope of ending the sectarian warfare in the North. How the city of Londonderry in Northern Ireland stands as a symbol of what went wrong in the British province, of what could go right in the wake of the positive vote, and of the difficulties ahead; Historical details surrounding the conflict between Catholics and Protestants.

Examines the roles of United States President Bill Clinton and former Senator George Mitchell in negotiating the April 1998 peace agreement signed in Northern Ireland. How the process of United States involvement began when Clinton decided to grant a visa to Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams.

Reports that Britain and Ireland have set June 10, 1996 as a date for full-scale talks on Northern Ireland. The February 9 bomb blast in London which resulted in a despondent mood and ended the 17-month cease-fire; The Irish Republican Army's role; The efforts of Gerry Adams, Sinn Fein president; Adams' intention to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the United States.

Reports on efforts by Europe to warm its relationship with the states of the Maghreb which lie across the Strait of Gibraltar. Plans by the European Commission to reinvigorate the European Union's ties with the states of the Mediterranean; Why less than one percent of foreign investment from European Union countries is destined for the Maghreb; The problems that Europe brings to the relationship.

Reports on the diplomatic retreat by the Taiwan government, following the statement by Taiwanese President Lee Teng-hui regarding a state-to-state relationship with China. History of the diplomatic struggle and rhetoric between China and Taiwan; History of the involvement of the United States in the region; Potential for military escalation; Comparison to the crisis between China and Taiwan in 1996. INSET: `Taiwan is being isolated.'.

Profiles Great Britain's Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Majorie `Mo' Mowlam. The success of the Good Friday agreement and her efforts to see it implemented; Her journey to the Maze prison to ask the prisoners to support the peace process; Her unconventional style; Her popularity; Mowlam's battle against cancer.

Presents information on the summit between German Chancellor Gerhard Schroder and French President Jacques Chirac in Potsdam, Germany in December of 1998. Affable relations between the two men; The bond between Germany and France and what it represents to the European Union (EU); Germany's efforts to reduce the amount it contributes to the EU; Their possible disagreement over the Common Agricultural Policy.

Focuses on the relations between Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Attempts of Britain's Labour Prime Minister Tony Blair to negotiate a cease-fire with Gerry Adams, president of Sinn Fein the political wing of the Irish Republic Army and Martin McGuinness, the party's chief negotiator; Refusal of Adams and McGuinness to take their elected seats in the British Parliament; Blair's meetings with members of Sinn Fein.

Comments on the unification of the North and South Korea delegation during the opening ceremony of the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia. Joint marching of team members; Efforts to make the teams appear equal in size.

Comments on the unification of the North and South Korea delegation during the opening ceremony of the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia. Joint marching of team members; Efforts to make the teams appear equal in size.

Reports on the work of Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. Peace talks with Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee; Rebuff by President Bill Clinton; Promise to maintain the line of control between India and Pakistan; Lack of international mediation.

Focuses on the anticipated difficulties in the restoration of peace in Kosovo, Serbia as of July 5, 1999. Role of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), with aspirations of independence, on peace efforts; Description of the structure created to restore peace, including a Special Representative of the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General; Candidates, including Bernard Kouchner and Paddy Ashdown; Relations between the UN and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization; Comments from Sergio Vieira de Mello, UN interim chief in Kosovo; Outlook.

Examines the roles of United States President Bill Clinton and former Senator George Mitchell in negotiating the April 1998 peace agreement signed in Northern Ireland. How the process of United States involvement began when Clinton decided to grant a visa to Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams.