Jul 02, 2001

RAMALLAH [MENL] -- Israel has assassinated three leaders of anIranian-backed group said to be responsible for a spate of bombings in theJewish state.

Oct 12, 2001

NICOSIA [MENL] -- Iran has explored the prospect of purchasing Russianwarships and sea-to-sea missiles.

Oct 14, 2001

NICOSIA [MENL] -- Iran might have spoken out strongly against the U.S.-ledattacks on Afghanistan. But Iran is involved in the Islamic backlash.

Dec 06, 2001

ABU DHABI [MENL] -- Gulf Arab oil producers -- bolstered by support fromRussia -- are preparing to lead the way with production cuts in January.