61.   It was not immediately clear how the standoff was resolved, although the two sides discussed it further.

62.   It was not immediately clear how the standoff would be resolved.

63.   Occasionally, there have been standoffs between right-wing and left-wing students who disagree on the issue.

64.   Several lawmakers said the recent standoff is likely to have lasting effects on everything from the arms deal to trade relations.

65.   Sharon said forces will not leave Bethlehem until the standoff is over or Ramallah until those behind the October assassination of Tourism Minister Rehavam Zeevi are handed over.

66.   Since then, there has been a standoff by troops from both countries along the border, with sporadic artillery exchanges.

67.   That standoff was eventually resolved and only one inmate was seriously injured.

68.   The airport standoff was the most powerful reminder yet to the French that continued close ties with their former colony can be deadly.

69.   The latest standoff was the first test of that agreement.

70.   The hostage standoff was reminiscent of an episode in September when a man in Athens held a family hostage with a hand grenade.