The Chinese government objected Thursday to the American missile strike against a dying United States spy satellite over the Pacific Ocean, warning that the United States Navy's action could threaten …
Yemen: Two-Year Investment Program May Do More Harm than Good
Highlights − Yemen plans to launch a two-year multibillion dollar investment program in agriculture and tourism from 2008-2010 − Plans for investment come amidst high external debt …
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Russia: U.S. may use satellite blast to test weapon
Russia's Defence Ministry said on Saturday a U.S. plan to shoot down an ailing spy satellite could be used as a cover to test a new space weapon. Full Story …
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Pakistan: Ceasefire Declared in North West Frontier Province
Highlights • The Pakistani government appears ready for dialogue with militants • The ceasefire may allow the Taliban to prepare for its annual spring offensive • Ceasefire is unlikely to …
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In Pact, U.S. Won't Commit to Protecting Iraq
A long-term "relationship" being negotiated between the United States and Iraq will include U.S. "security assurances and commitments . . . to deter foreign aggression against Iraq that violates its …
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Russia concerned over Iran's work to develop long-range missile
Russia is concerned over Iran's attempts to develop a long-range ballistic missile following the recent launch of a research rocket into space, a senior Russian diplomat said on Wednesday."Any …
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Online Counterterrorism: The Folly of Shutting Down Jihadist Websites
British Home Secretary Jacqui Smith recently highlighted plans to identify and remove websites responsible for promoting terrorism. Speaking at a conference on radicalization and political violence …
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Lebanon: UNIFIL, Achieving the Impossible
Highlights • On January 7 and 8, 2008, UNIFIL II witnessed three challenges to its authority in southern Lebanon • Political instability in Lebanon provides an environment in which armed non-state …
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Iran: Deterrence Capability Upgrades
Highlights • Iran purchased Russian S-300 anti-aircraft missile defense systems capable of striking enemy targets from 90 miles and at altitudes of up to 90,000 feet • Once installed, the S-300 …
China’s Cyber Exploits
Highlights - South Korean military targeted - China uses hacking to influence Taiwanese elections - Taiwanese Democratic Progressive Party targeted - China will continue to use cyber attacks to …