VOL. XXXVII

NO. 35

30 MAY 1994

The Political Scene

South Yemen has formally declared its union with the north ended as fightingcontinues in the Yemeni civil war. Unless there is either a negotiated ormilitary end to the conflict soon, other states may become involved,particularly since the south is campaigning for recognition. The Israelis arequestioning PLO Chairman Yasir 'Arafat's commitment to their peace agreement,and the Islamic group Hamas has spurned Mr. 'Arafat's overtures. Iraqi Kurds...