Pakistan expels Yograj Vij
In a tit-for-tat action, Pakistan has expelled Indian High Commission staffer Yograj Vij, two days after he was abducted and severely beaten up by Pakistani intelligence officials.

US hopes Sharif will honour deal
The Clinton administration is optimistic Pakistan will abide by its commitment to withdraw intruders who have crossed the LoC despite post-agreement statements from some of its leaders seeking to repudiate, distort, or broadbase the deal.

Barak revives hopes of peace
Ehud Barak was sworn on Tuesday as Israel's new Prime Minister, heading a broad coalition government he said would strive to make peace with all Israel's Arab neighbours.

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