Nov 05, 2001

NICOSIA [MENL] -- Russia has expressed interest in exploring for energy offthe Lebanese coast.

Nov 27, 2001

ATHENS [MENL] -- Greece and Russia are exploring the prospect of new weaponsdeals to Athens.

Dec 10, 2001

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The Saudi ruling family appears paralyzed amid theU.S.-led offensive on Riyad's Taliban ally.

Dec 12, 2001

LONDON [MENL] -- Iraq is said to negotiating with Western companies formachinery to help develop a new long-range artillery.