1.   But Albanian rebels denied firing the shells, as did the government.

2.   But the rebels have also denied any knowledge of survivors.

3.   Chechen rebels have denied the reports, but at least one rebel Web site, www.chechenpress.com, suggested on Friday night that they may be true.

4.   Goma residents, as well as the Zairian government, say the rebels come from Rwanda, though the rebels deny those reports.

5.   Rebels have denied the charge, and Martinez says townspeople do not know who is responsible.

6.   The rebels deny Gantamirov played a role, saying their forces had left Urus-Martan a day before the Russian forces moved in.

7.   The rebels deny involvement in the explosions.

8.   The rebels denied the accusations, saying the government was looking for an excuse to undermine the talks.

9.   The rebels deny involvement in the bombings.

10.   The rebels have repeatedly denied involvement in the blasts.