VOL. XLII

No. 24

14-June-1999

The Political Scene

The Algerian Islamist party the FIS and its armed wing theAIS appear to be carrying on a dialogue of some kind with the countrysrecently elected president, Mr. Abdelaziz Bouteflika. In Israel, the process offorming a coalition is proving to be more difficult than was generallyexpected. Saudi Arabias recent rapprochement with Iran is causing concern inthe UAE.

AIS Declares "Definitive" Cease Fire In Algeria

Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika...