Michael Farquhar
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Prosecution say defendant’s request for provisional release timed to have maximum disruptive effect.
Court resists efforts by both parties to extend lengthy war crimes trial.
Court denies request by assigned counsel to compel high-profile politicians to give evidence about Kosovo conflict.
Hague judges call for discussion about future conduct of ailing ex-Yugoslav president’s genocide trial.
Prosecutors warn of possible delaying tactics as concerns over Slobodan Milosevic’s health hold up proceedings.