51.   But Western officials point to several positive changes in the Serb Republic since the hard-line leadership was replaced by a more moderate government last fall.

52.   Cypriot officials point out that since Cyprus has no air force, the missiles are meant only as a deterrent against air attack.

53.   Dozens of interviews with IOC members and other Olympic officials point to Rome or Athens as the likely winner, though no one is ruling out Stockholm, either.

54.   Dozens of interviews with IOC members and other Olympic officials point to Rome or Athens as the likely winner, though no one is ruling out Stockholm either.

55.   EU officials point out that trans-Atlantic antitrust cooperation is generally good.

56.   International equestrian officials point out that exceptions to disease bans have been granted in the past and hope a similar solution could be found.

57.   Officials point out there is now a momentum towards peace for the first time in over three years.

58.   Officials point out there may be other reasons for Iran to consider postponing the trip, chief among them the fear of protests.

59.   Prize money previously was equal, though Australian officials point out their ratio is still higher than any other grand slam except the U.S. Open.

60.   Rwanda has denied sending government troops into eastern Zaire, but Zairian officials point to the prisoners as proof of their claim.