Clinton's Mid-East deal finally secured

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A peace deal signed between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat covers Israeli withdrawal from more of the West Bank. There is also a strategy, drawn up by the Central Intelligence Agency, for Palestinians to take action against radical groups. Israel has agreed to release many Palestinian prisoners, while the Palestinians have agreed to extradite 30 suspects whom the Israelis wish to put on trial. There has been considerable criticism of President Bill Clinton in the US for the circumstances of the deal.

Peace negotiations, Diplomatic negotiations in international disputes

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Battle for a bigger Nato tests Solana's diplomacy

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The forthcoming Nato summit in Madrid, Spain, will be a great success, according to Nato Secretary-General Javier Solana. At this event, Nato leaders will give details of the countries which will be in the first wave of Nato expansion. He feels that it will be possible to reach an agreement which will meet with the approval of all members. Furthermore, those countries which will not be in the first wave will be reassured by the promise of a second wave to follow shortly.

International affairs, North Atlantic Treaty Org, Officials and employees, Interview, North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Solana, Javier

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It may take a long time, but this Middle East violence will subside

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The mood of optimism that followed the signing of the Oslo peace deal in Sep 1993 is recalled. It is argued that the current intifada also has the potential to run its course and to be followed by the hope of peace.

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