11.   An umbrella group of pro-separatist political parties in the state has said it will boycott the polls.

12.   Analysts predict many of her supporters will boycott the polls in protest, despite stern warnings by Suharto.

13.   Bosnian President Alija Izetbegovic, who also heads the party, made the recommendation to boycott the polls abroad.

14.   Bosnian President Alija Izetbegovic, who heads the party, made the recommendation to boycott the polls abroad.

15.   Citing similar reasons, nine other political groups have vowed to boycott the polls.

16.   Finnish media have widely criticized politicians for lame campaigns lacking in issues, which could result in voters boycotting the polls.

17.   Five small opposition parties boycotted the poll, claiming Mugabe pushed through electoral laws favoring his party.

18.   Finnish media have widely criticized politicians for lame campaigns lacking in issues, and election observers believe some voters may boycott the polls.

19.   Hard-line Muslim parties that boycotted the polls threaten street demonstrations aimed at toppling the government.

20.   However, political violence prevails and the prince has hinted that the opposition may boycott the polls unless conditions improve.