Inside the Capture of Karadzic

Inside the Capture of Karadzic

07.22.08 posted by pondy 7 views no comments image
Radovan Karadzic, the former Bosnian Serb leader under indictment for war crimes, spent years disguised behind a flowing white beard and long hair, living and working in Belgrade as a practitioner of alternative medicine, and "freely walking in the city," the Serbian authorities said Tuesday. Wanting to join the EU, efforts of late were stepped up to find and capture the former strongman.
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UN Peacekeepers, Aid Workers Raping, Abusing Children

UN Peacekeepers, Aid Workers Raping, Abusing Children

05.27.08 posted by pondy 99 views 1 comment image
Save the Children UK, issued a report today describing a litany of sexual crimes, including rape and child pornography committed by UN peacekeepers and aid workers against children as young as 6. It said some children were denied food aid unless they granted sexual favors.
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100,000 Now Feared Dead in Myanmar Cyclone

100,000 Now Feared Dead in Myanmar Cyclone

05.09.08 posted by jason 174 views no comments image
The death toll in the Myanmar Cyclone is now reaching epic proportions, as it is now expected to top 100,000 people. The situation continues to deteriorate. Some 1 million people were homeless, the outbreak of disease is setting in, aid is slow to arrive due to the military junta that runs this impoverished country. Government inaction will lead to many more deaths if more isn't done soon.
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Darfur Activists Plan to Picket Olympics Sponsors

Darfur Activists Plan to Picket Olympics Sponsors

06.19.08 posted by pondy 36 views no comments image
After a brief lull following the Sichuan earthquake, political activists are targeting China again. Inflamed by the Olympics torch relay's expected arrival in Lhasa this Saturday, Tibetan independence advocates have been stepping up their activities.
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After 15 Years, Hints of Peace in Burundi

After 15 Years, Hints of Peace in Burundi

06.24.08 posted by chab13 26 views no comments image
The hills around town do not ring with gunfire anymore. Terrified civilians have stopped trudging down muddy paths seeking shelter. Areas that had been cut off for years because of fighting are finally opening up. And a cautious optimism seems to be spreading across the land.
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18,000 Arrested in Bangladesh 'Political Crackdown'

18,000 Arrested in Bangladesh 'Political Crackdown'

06.09.08 posted by pondy 61 views no comments image
Arrests leading up to contested elections are unfortunately nothing new. It happened in Kenya last year, its happening in Zimbabwe now, and its also happening in Bangladesh. Bangladesh police have detained or arrested more than 18,000 people in the last 11 days in a crackdown on crime they say is aimed at improving security ahead of December elections.
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Zimbabwe Political Violence Continues

Zimbabwe Political Violence Continues

06.24.08 posted by jason 25 views no comments image
The election in Zimbabwe is over, the violence is not. Despite pulling out of June 27th runoff election, political violence continued. Sources in the opposition party said a group of about 10 soldiers bearing arms attacked the rural home of MDC Organizing Secretary Elias Mudzuri, who is a member of parliament-elect, beating his 80-year-old father and other family members.
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Bush on Farewell Europe Tour

Bush on Farewell Europe Tour

06.09.08 posted by jason 57 views no comments image
President Bush today began his farewell tour through Europe. Considering this historically low approval ratings both within and outside of the US, this tour should be interesting to watch. Many in Europe have stood against the President on a range of issues, from the war in Iraq, the environment, nuclear policy, energy policy and the role of the US in the world.
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8,500 Killed in Deadly China Earthquake

8,500 Killed in Deadly China Earthquake

05.12.08 posted by jason 152 views 1 comment image
A massive 7.8-magnitude earthquake killed more than 8,500 people in China and left hundreds trapped under rubble, state run media report. Some 900 students are reported buried under a collapsed school. China's Seismological Bureau said the quake affected more than half the country's provinces and municipalities.
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Zimbabwe Opposition Official Faces Death Penalty Over Treason Charge

Zimbabwe Opposition Official Faces Death Penalty Over Treason Charge

06.12.08 posted by pondy 50 views no comments image
Zimbabwean police arrested a top opposition official on Thursday, saying he would be charged with treason, and briefly detained opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai for the third time this month. Secretary-General Tendai Biti has been charged with treason and faces the death penalty for prematurely announcing the March election results.
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Post-Election Violence Worsens in Zimbabwe

Post-Election Violence Worsens in Zimbabwe

05.07.08 posted by jason 173 views no comments image
Gangs of ruling party youths beat to death 11 opposition activists in a single remote Zimbabwean town Monday, setting a gruesome new standard for the post-election violence surging through that nation, according to opposition party officials. The violence was intended to weaken opposition resolve ahead of a possible runoff election.
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