61. NATO peacekeepers stepped up patrols on streets deserted by early evening. 62. Officers have introduced a dog patrol on beaches and harbors in a bid to sniff out what is becoming an increasing problem. 63. One of the four men in the group pointed his weapon at a nearby army patrol on Thursday night, the army said in a statement. 64. On Wednesday, guerrillas clashed with an SLA patrol on a road leading to the Israeli-held enclave. 65. Police and fire department have stepped up beach patrols on the islands and posted warning signs. 66. Severe fuel shortages in the enclaves have grounded U.N. troops, who have been conducting risky patrols on foot. 67. Russian troops and the Moscow-backed Chechen government reinforced patrols on Grozny streets, particularly administrative buildings, bridges and communications lines. 68. Separately, insurgents ambushed an army patrol on Saturday in North Aceh district, injuring two servicemen, police spokesman Sudarsono said. 69. Serb police spokesman Bozidar Filic warned Monday that police may increase patrols on main roads in Malisevo if foreign observers fail to secure the thoroughfares. 70. Severe fuel shortages in the enclaves virtually grounded U.N. troops, who have been conducting patrols on foot and thus exposing themselves to greater risk. |