81. Despite the continuing problem posed by the rebels, both Talbott and Lord ruled out any immediate upgrading of US military assistance from its current non-lethal status. 82. The White House pleaded ignorance of the current status of the FBI inquiries. 83. Under the current status, affected populations are to remain alert and be prepared for evacuation on short notice. 84. The meeting will discuss the current status of the diplomatic initiative launched to end the fighting in the region. |