Nov 12, 2001

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The United States has approved an Egyptian request forextended-range rocket artillery systems.

Nov 20, 2001

ABU DHABI [MENL] -- The United Arab Emirates is organizing Jordan's leadingdefense exhibition.

Dec 06, 2001

GAZA CITY [MENL] -- The Palestinian Authority is being gripped by risingtension as renewed clashes have erupted between security forces loyal toYasser Arafat and Islamic militants.

Dec 10, 2001

LONDON [MENL] -- British troops participating in the Swift Sword IIexercises in Oman are on alert amid the U.S.-led air strikes against theTaliban inAfghanistan.