Free zone to be set up north of Ein El Sokhna. No Arab-formulated draft resolution to end Iraqi crisis. Forces from Spain, Australia, Canada to join offensive against Iraq. Russia mediates between Iraq, Israel. Saddam pledges not to attack Israel.
Government stresses no new burdens on basic services.
Belarus backs Egypt s stance over Iraq. Minister of the Interior Habib Al Adli confirms security atmosphere. FM Moussa meets US Ambassador Daniel Kurtzer. Efforts underway on Somalia peace conference. Government allows resumption of work on Suez projects.