Oct 25, 2001

RAMALLAH [MENL] -- Israel's military has launched a last offensive before itsuccumbs to U.S. pressure to withdraw from Palestinian-controlled areas ofthe West Bank.

Oct 24, 2001

ABU DHABI [MENL] -- Many defense firms plan to stay awayfrom the Dubai air show next month.

Oct 22, 2001

LONDON [MENL] -- Iran is said to be concerned over the prospect of a U.S.attack againstterrorist groups aligned with Teheran.

Oct 16, 2001

LONDON [MENL] -- British Prime Minister Tony Blair has called for aPalestinian state.