I was trying to compile the XMMS CVS stuff, using gettext -0.10.35-23, and it wouldn't populate the intl/ directory at all. After changing to build 17, however, the intl/ directory was correctly populated, and I've been able to make and make install. Sorry I can't give more details about what exactly is wrong or causing the problem, but I am new in the ways of code-fu. Installed RH 7.0 from Respin CDs, then applied all applicable patches in errata as of Dec. 29th. HTH.
I'll take a look at it...
What exactly is the problem, it works here - I'm able to compile the xmms CVS tree without any problems.
Closing - assuming problem in the CVS snapshot of xmms originally downloaded.