Israel Vows Strong Retaliation to Tel Aviv Blast
Israel's security cabinet met Saturday to weigh its response to a bombing outside a Tel Aviv nightclub overnight that left 18 dead and scores injured, amid growing popular pressure in Israel to strike back at the Palestinians.
Indonesia's Wahid Appoints New Security Minister
Indonesian President Abdurrahman Wahid swore in a new top security minister and a deputy national deputy chief on Saturday, following a sudden cabinet reshuffle that analysts see as part of last-ditch efforts to ward off impeachment, news agencies said.
Iraq To Cut Oil Exports, Saudi Arabia To Step In
Iraq has decided to cut oil exports from June 4 when the current phase of the UN oil-for-food program runs out but Saudi Arabia said it would compensate for shortages caused by the Iraqi decision.