1.   But human rights groups accuse the government of harshly prosecuting political opponents and suppressing religious activity under the pretext of fighting Islamic extremism.

2.   He says his top priority is to fight extremism and prevent a possible outbreak of political violence.

3.   He says another five years will ensure the continuity of economic reforms, help eliminate deeply rooted corruption and boost efforts to fight religious extremism.

4.   In a rare television interview, President Boris Yeltsin vowed Saturday to fight extremism and protect freedom of the press against attempts to restore censorship and other restrictions.

5.   Musharraf, however, says he needs more time to ensure the continuity of economic reforms, battle deeply rooted corruption and boost efforts to fight religious extremism.

6.   President Boris Yeltsin announces on Tuesday the creation of two new political movements to fight the extremism that has crippled parliament.

7.   They urged women to fight extremism by lobbying for equal rights and changes in the law.