Oct 31, 2000

RAMALLAH [MENL] -- Israeli attack helicopters have launched an offensiveagainst Palestinian Authority security installations throughout the WestBank and Gaza Strip amid increasing casualties in Palestinian attacks.

Jul 01, 2001

ABU DHABI [MENL] -- Kuwait has increased its budget to $17 billion with a $6billion deficit.

Jul 17, 2001

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- An Egyptian defense delegation plans to launchdiscussions with key House and Senate members on Cairo's missile developmentprograms with North Korea.

Jul 25, 2001

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The United States plans to stress counterterrorismcooperation as a leading issue in relations with Greece.