Peacekeepers make first major push into Liberia's interior

Wednesday, September 10, 2003

CAREYSBURG, Liberia -- West African peacekeepers took a crucial step toward securing Liberia's peace Tuesday, making their first major move into the volatile countryside and brokering a cease-fire to end the latest battle between rebels and government troops.

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