A war of wills: Israel unleashes a devastating attack on southern Lebanon

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Israel fired artillery attacks against Lebanon for seven days in Aug 1993, in retaliation for the murder of seven Israeli soldiers by the Islamic fundamentalist group Hezbollah. More than 300,000 Lebanese have fled their homes due to the fighting.

Israel, Middle East, Israeli foreign relations, Military aspects, Wars, Lebanese foreign relations, Lebanon, War, Hezbollah

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Winning a Major gamble: Britain's prime minister passes a leadership test

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UK Prime Minister Major demonstrated his leadership and political skills when the Conservative Party voted to reelect him after he resigned in Jun 1995. Major rewarded some party members for their support by giving them cabinet posts.

United Kingdom, Political activity, Political aspects, Conservative Party (United Kingdom), Major, John

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The power of youth: outstanding teens are on the move

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Teenage basketball player Jennifer Krempien won a gold medal at the Sep 1992 Paralympic Games. The accomplishments of 10 Canadian teenagers who have contributed to their communities are described.

Case studies, Cover Story, Behavior, Teenagers, Youth, Community leadership

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