State Minister Thodoris Rousopoulos confirmed Greece's participation in the protest.

The investigation held by the Spanish authorities for the arrest of those responsible for the bloody attacks in Madrid, that killed over 200 people and injured hundreds more, has focused on an Islamic group active in Morocco.

In Spain, the unexpected victory of the Socialists who, nevertheless, cannot form an independent government, creates a new political scenery in the country as the persistence displayed by the Aznar government to blame ETA for the terrorist attack was con demned by the people based on yesterday's election results.

The Spanish Prime Minister suggested cooperation against terrorism at national level.

The air defense map for the safety of the Olympic Games is ready, according to the Athens newspaper "Apogevmatini".

The air defense umbrella will be completed with the presence of Mirage 2000 and F-16 interception fighter jets as well as, T-6A Texan II aircraft, which are latest technology single engine turboprop aircraft, and flying radar stations.

Similar protection will have other four Greek cities with Olympic venues. The country will also be protected from nuclear threat, as the responsible authorities consider any likelihood.

Of the stocks trading today, 33 had gains and 299 had losses, while the value of 62 stocks remained unchanged.

In the meeting, that lasted about an hour they discussed issues of mutual interest.

Political Affairs Director Elias Klis, responsible ambassador Mr. Tritaris and Major-General Stilianos Panagopoulos from the National Defense General Staff will represent the Greek side.

In charge of the Turkish delegation will be ambassador Bagi Ilkin, while a delegation made up of UN political and military officials will also participate in the talks.

Mr. Souflias pledged that the project will be ready by June 15, adding that everything that will not be done now will be completed after the Olympics.

Last Friday, when he inspected the Marathon route construction site, the minister had expressed strong concern on whether the Olympic Games' projects will be ready on time, just 5 months before the games, characterizing the situation along the Marathon r oute as "unacceptable".

Mrs. Petralia also expressed joy because Mr. Kapralos is very familiar with issues concerning sports and culture.

On his part, Mr. Kapralos stated that this is a difficult venture and the remaining days are crucial.

The assurance that the political sports leadership will do everything feasible for the Greek athletes to have the best possible performance in the Olympics was expressed by Sports Deputy Minister Giorgos Orphanos after the meeting he had with "Athens 200 4" Organizing Committee President Mrs. Yianna Angelopoulou-Daskalakis.

side in the difficult days expected once again". Discussions are continuing again today, while the Cypriot press has mentioned that UN Secretary General Kofi Annan wishes for a solution without the use of the arbitration recognized by the two communities

in New York.

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