1.   As the Bosnian government hardened its position, the Bosnian Serbs appeared to move closer to conciliation.

2.   Now, however, the government has hardened its position.

3.   All signs indicate the Belgrade government is hardening its position on Kosovo.

4.   In recent times the Chinese government has hardened its policies, increased repression in Tibet and resorted to bullying tactics in addressing the issue of Tibet.

5.   In recent times the Chinese government has hardened its policies, increased represssion in Tibet and resorted to bullying tactics in addressing the issue of Tibet.