Proposals for such regulation have provoked bitter clashes in the past, with conservatives arguing that the Federal Government has no business setting standards.

This provoked heavy clashes in the air and on the ground for almost a week.

The "autonome," whose credo is to provoke clashes with the authorities, are the most feared.

Both policies have provoked clashes in recent years with the United States, a traditional ally.

The police harass them and provoke clashes, the riders say.

Radio Rwanda said today that "criminals" inside the camp had provoked clashes.

According to his initial account, Howley then tried to provoke further clashes, rushing upstairs past the guards.

Of course, the officials then acknowledge that the rebels are also provoking clashes with the Serbs, as both sides maneuver for better positions on the ground.

The question of ratification provoked sharp clashes over how directly Washington should try to control Central American events.

But there were also unconfirmed reports that the killings had provoked further clashes.