61.   Canadian and Greek foreign ministers are also due in the Russian capital in a further sign that the diplomatic activities are intensifying.

62.   Despite a rush of diplomatic activity, prospects seemed dim for a cease-fire and Lebanon warned the Middle East peace process was at risk.

63.   Despite a flurry of diplomatic activity, there were no signs that the hostilities are abating.

64.   Despite a flurry of diplomatic activity, U.S. mediator Dennis Ross appeared to be making no progress on the fourth day of his shuttle mission Tuesday.

65.   Despite a rush of diplomatic activity, prospects seemed dim for a cease-fire.

66.   Despite the flurry of the diplomatic activity, Pique did not hold out much hope for a quick solution.

67.   Despite the increased diplomatic activity, there was no sign of new peace initiatives.

68.   Diplomatic activity to end tensions has increased in recent weeks as fighting between the sides has eased somewhat.

69.   Diplomatic activity in Paris encouraged speculation.

70.   Diplomatic activity in the Middle East has been furious in recent weeks as regional powerbrokers react to U.S. calls to support its global assault against terrorism.