Aug 28, 2000

NICOSIA [MENL] -- China has implemented a massive military operation intoSudan to protect its lucrative oilfields in the Upper Nile region.

Sep 26, 2000

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The U.S. intelligence community forecasts an Iranianlaunch of an intercontinental ballistic missile by 2005.

Oct 10, 2000

TOKYO [MENL] -- North Korea held a military parade to honor ruler KimJong-Il, but left its missiles and heavy guns in their bases.

Oct 20, 2000

CAIRO [MENL] -- Arab leaders meet to discuss the Israeli-Palestinianmini-war as violent demonstrations are expected to sweep throughout theMiddle East.