Jan 11, 2002

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The United States has accused Iran of harboring aidesof Saudi fugitive Osama Bin Laden as part of Teheran's drive to gain controlover Afghanistan.

Jan 23, 2002

RAMALLAH [MENL] -- Israel's military attacks against Islamic insurgents havesparked clashes between the Palestinian Authority and the opposition Hamasmovement.

Nov 10, 2002

TEL AVIV [MENL] -- Israel has assassinated a Palestinian regarded as theleading planner of Islamic suicide bombers.

Nov 17, 2002

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The United States is bracing for an imminent attack byAl Qaida or allied groups in the wake of the execution of a Pakistaninational.