VOL. XLII

No. 39

27-September-1999

The Political Scene

There has been much talk, but little perceptible action, onthe Syrian track of the peace process. Jordan has continued its crackdown onthe Islamic group Hamas, which it now accuses of subversive activities. In afurther warming of ties between the UK and Iran, British Foreign SecretaryRobin Cook has announced plans to visit Iran.

Much Ado On The Syrian Track

Now that the Palestinian track of the peace process has beenreactivated by the Sharm...