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Friday 3 July 2009 (10 Rajab 1430)

Editorial: Gaza war inquiry

Ever since the Gaza war, the Israelis have been accused of war crimes there: 1,400 Palestinians were killed during the onslaught, 900 of them civilians, 300 of these women and children. Until now,... Full Story


Quiet revolution in India

A dear friend who lost more than his heart to a dusky damsel from the Indian state of Kerala gifted a deliciously readable book, "Chasing the Monsoon", some years ago. It's no classic of course.... Full Story


Chavez's warning to Honduras

Venezuela's president, Hugo Chavez, has declared that any attack on his country's embassy in Honduras will lead to war between the two nations, and I can't help wishing that the Hondurans... Full Story




Colombian rebels dash peace hopes

Colombia’s left-wing rebels, their numbers cut by death and desertions, are increasing their attacks a year after they lost their prize hostage in a stunning rescue and raised hopes for an end to the... Full Story


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