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Originally published December 21, 1999

Iraqi parliament denounces the United Nations
The Iraqi Parliament denounced the United Nations resolution which calls for Iraqi cooperation with the new inspection system for Iraqi weapons in order to lift the sanctions imposed on it. Iraq, Politics, 12/21/99
King Abdullah assures Jordan's support for the Palestinian people
King Abdullah II of Jordan newly expressed the Jordanian government's backing of the Palestinians' efforts to reclaim their rights and establish their independent country. Jordan, Politics, 12/21/99
WHO urges african countries to develop traditional medicine
The World Health Organization WHO has urged its African Member States to develop strategies for the integration of traditional medical practice into their national health care systems. Regional, Economics, 12/21/99
African heads of state to hold economic summit in Libreville
African heads of state will hold in Libreville next January a summit on "growth and poverty reduction," said Gabonese economy minister. Regional, Economics, 12/21/99
Fitch IBCA lauds Egypt's economic stability
The recent report issued by the world financial institution Fitch IBCA lauded the efforts exerted by Egypt's new government under Dr. Atef Ebeid in pursuing economic reform and privatization programs, commending social action system. Egypt, Economics, 12/21/99
Football: Burkina Faso upbeat over Morocco's World Cup bid
Burkina Faso said it was upbeat over Morocco's bid to host the 2006 World Cup soccer finals. Morocco, Sports, 12/21/99
Israel apologizes over announcing the visit of the Pope
Israeli Minister Haim Ramon on Monday expressed apology over Israel's declaration on Sunday, in violation of diplomatic norms, of the visit of the Pope John Paul II to the holy lands on March 21 - 26. Israel, Politics, 12/21/99
Several people injured in building collapses
Twelve persons were injured Saturday evening in the Southern city of Dakhla, when the roof of a coffee shop collapsed. Morocco, Local, 12/21/99
OIC invites EU to get involved in inter-civilizations dialogue
The Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC/based in Jeddah) has invited the European Union to join it in preparations for a universal declaration on inter-civilization dialogue with the coordination of the United Nations and other organizations. Regional, Culture, 12/21/99
Jordan to issue new currencies with new king's pictures
The Jordan government decided Sunday to change Jordan's banknotes and coins for new ones carrying on one side the picture of King Abdullah bin Hussein. Jordan, Economics, 12/21/99
Islamic World League inaugurates Marzouq Complex in Ukraine
The Islamic world League, the Europe Branch, inaugurated on Sunday an Islamic complex in Ukraine. Regional, Religion, 12/21/99
Youssef Frances reveals artist's secrets
With the advent of the Third Millennium, a real creative artist with a special imprint comes back. Youssef Frances is an artist whose touch finds its way in many a realm. Egypt, Culture, 12/21/99

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