The ministry said a child was also among the dead.

The ministry said the steps were taken 10 days ago.

Ministry for film and television officials said they had no comment.

Ministry of Information officials here said they had no further details.

Almost all are expected to be approved, the ministry said.

The ministry says it will provide special funds to help fight the disease.

The ministry said late Saturday that the 98 were to appear before a court.

The ministry said the final agreement would be signed next month.

Full power was expected to be restored within a day or two, the ministry said.

Military equipment will also be reduced by 10 percent, the ministry said.