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Discusses the reaction in Iran toward the continued bombing of Afghanistan by the United States (U.S.). Event that prevented an opportunity for U.S.-Iran rapprochement; Public opinion in Iran on the terrorist attacks in the U.S.; Views on the deployment of U.S. forces near Afghanistan.

Focuses on the economic and political problems facing Cuba as a result of the United States embargo. Details on Spanish imperial economic system; Evidences of poverty in Havana; Changes brought about by the lifting of the ban on holding foreign currency in 1993.

Comments on the trade war between the United States and the European Union over the importation of bananas. Europe's exploitation of the ambiguities in the World Trade Organization rules; Threats posed by protectionism to the global trading system; Manifestation of a trend towards protectionism.