51.   Russia, which backed an indefinite extension of the sanctions, abstained from the vote.

52.   Some nuclear experts believe that if an indefinite extension just squeaked through, it would be bad for the future of the treaty.

53.   Some governments have voiced opposition, saying indefinite extension would create permanent classes of nuclear haves and have-nots.

54.   The Americans, wanting as large a majority as possible for indefinite extension, apparently have not closed the door on concessions.

55.   The Clinton administration is pushing for indefinite extension.

56.   The Clinton administration says it counts a rough majority of nations in favor of indefinite extension.

57.   The indefinite extension of a nuclear nonproliferation treaty.

58.   The options are indefinite extension, extension for a fixed period and extension for a series of periods.

59.   The month-long conference had already made its key decision on Thursday, approving an indefinite extension of the all-important treaty.

60.   The Non-Aligned Movement hopes to create a common stance against indefinite extension.