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President Clinton's commencement address at the U.S. Air Force Academy is expected to explain his administration's policy on Bosnia, including a potential mission to transport United Nations peacekeepers to more secure positions. However, the plans remain unclear, and Clinton administration officials have not specified how
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The Clinton administration's policy on Bosnia has come under intense scrutiny following the end of the United States' efforts to support the United Nations (U.N.) operation. The U.S.'s support for NATO air strikes has jeopardized the U.N. mission, raising the possibility that
Clinton, Bill
President Bill Clinton emphasized in a letter to congressional leaders on May 17, 1995, that Iraq continues to engage in dilatory tactics to comply with UN Security Council resolutions. Clinton highlighted Iraq's refusal to comply with its obligations regarding weapons of mass destruction, including the refusal to account
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A proposed bill by Representative Peter King to strengthen trade sanctions against Iran, incorporating legislation from Senator Alfonse D'Amato that bans US trading with foreign companies dealing with Iran, is unlikely to gain traction in the House. The bill would require all trading partners, including oil industry customers,
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Presidents Clinton and Yeltsin met for three hours at the Kremlin, making little progress on key issues that have strained relations between the two countries. Despite Clinton's efforts to persuade Yeltsin to cancel a $1 billion sale of nuclear reactors to Iran, drop his opposition to NATO expansion,
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President Clinton has delayed issuing an executive order to ban US trade with Iran, considering tougher sanctions instead. The decision comes amidst growing pressure from the Jewish community and members of Congress to further punish Iran for its terrorist activities. The proposed order has sparked criticism, with some arguing that
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In a surprise move, the White House announced it will sign an executive order prohibiting US companies from participating in oil sector development work in Iran. The order aims to block a contract between Conoco Inc.'s Dutch affiliate, Conoco Iran N.V., and the National Iranian Oil Co.
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President Bill Clinton's decision to allocate funds from the Economic Stabilization Fund (ESF) to assist Mexico in its financial crisis marked a critical moment in international economic cooperation. The situation was deemed a unique and emergency circumstance, warranting swift action to prevent further destabilization of the global exchange
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In recognition of the profound impact women have had on shaping the nation's history, Pres. Bill Clinton issued a proclamation declaring March 1995 as Women's History Month. Clinton acknowledged the tireless efforts of numerous women, from housewives to scientists, who have contributed to the country'
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Pres. Bill Clinton emphasized the significance of bilateral trade and economic cooperation between the US and Canada, citing the progress made in the North American Free Trade Agreement and GATT as substantial economic benefits. He expressed his enthusiasm for closer cooperation to achieve further gains, particularly in trade, investment, and
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The Clinton administration has sharply criticized Colombia's efforts to combat illegal drug trafficking, citing the country's failure to pursue drug kingpins, revamp lenient sentencing laws, and enact legislation against money-laundering. Despite failing to meet the administration's standards, Colombia was not de-certified, but rather received
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Pres. Bill Clinton praised Canada as a great nation and a staunch partner, highlighting the unique relationship between the two countries. In a 1995 speech, Clinton noted that the U.S. and Canada shared a strong alliance and a set of shared values that pervaded almost all aspects of both
