The head of the Libyan opposition Transitional National Council has congratulated the rebel fighters who advanced into Tripoli and said “we are now in the final stages of ousting Moammar Gadhafi.” Mustapha Abdel Jalil, speaking in Benghazi Monday, also appealed for the protection of civilians and property. He urged people to practice restraint and not […]
Libyan Council Head Talks of Post-Gadhafi Future
Posted August 22nd, 2011 at 9:05 am (UTC-5)
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Constitutional Changes Put to Vote in Liberia
Posted August 22nd, 2011 at 9:05 am (UTC-5)
Liberians head to the polls Tuesday to vote on proposed constitutional changes that are backed by the ruling party and strongly opposed by the opposition. The most controversial change would reduce the number of years a presidential candidate must have lived in Liberia from 10 to five. That could affect which candidates are eligible for […]
EU: Libya Entering New Era, Gadhafi Should Step Down
Posted August 22nd, 2011 at 9:05 am (UTC-5)
European Union Foreign Minister Catherine Ashton said Monday that Moammar Gadhafi’s regime is in its “last moments” and she called on the Libyan leader “to step down without further delay and avoid further bloodshed” Ms. Ashton also asked the Transitional National Council and opposition forces to ensure the protection of civilians, respect international human rights […]
Indian PM Says Corruption Can Not Be Tackled Easily
Posted August 22nd, 2011 at 8:45 am (UTC-5)
As anti-corruption protests continue throughout India, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh says he is open to debate on a proposed anti-graft bill. Prime Minister Singh reiterated Monday that concerns about proposed anti-corruption legislation should be taken up in India’s parliament, as Indian activist Anna Hazare’s hunger strike entered its seventh day. Mr. Singh noted that rooting […]
Britain: Arab Spring Takes a Step Closer to Democracy
Posted August 22nd, 2011 at 8:35 am (UTC-5)
British Prime Minister David Cameron says the rebel advance into the Libyan capital, Tripoli, has helped the Arab Spring revolutions in the Middle East establish the beginnings of democracy in the region. Mr. Cameron said Monday that Britain believes it helped prevent a massacre of innocent people in the area, and that Britain is “proud” […]
Congo’s Ruling Party Nominates President Kabila
Posted August 22nd, 2011 at 8:20 am (UTC-5)
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s ruling party has nominated President Joseph Kabila as its candidate for the November presidential election. The People’s Party for Reconstruction and Democracy announced the selection in Kinshasa Sunday, the last day of its convention. Mr. Kabila first came to power after the 2001 assassination of his father, Laurent Kabila. In […]
Gadhafi’s 42-Year Reign Marked by Controversy
Posted August 22nd, 2011 at 8:05 am (UTC-5)
(RERUNNING FOR MONDAY USE)) Moammar Gadhafi, whose rule appears to be coming to an end in Libya, is the Arab world’s longest-serving head of state, in power since 1969 when he deposed the nation’s king in a military coup. Colonel Gadhafi gained a reputation as an eccentric, donning flowing robes and animal skins and surrounding […]
Gadhafi’s Heir Apparent Changed Image
Posted August 22nd, 2011 at 8:05 am (UTC-5)
The International Criminal Court in The Hague called Seif-al-Islam Gadhafi the “de facto prime minister” of Libya as it issued an arrest warrant for him in June, accusing him of crimes against humanity. The second of Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi’s seven sons, Seif Gadhafi was once seen as the heir apparent, the symbol of Libya’s […]
South African Gov’t Denies Sending Planes for Gadhafi
Posted August 22nd, 2011 at 7:55 am (UTC-5)
South Africa says it has not sent planes to Libya to help embattled leader Moammar Gadhafi flee the country. In a statement Monday, the South African government said it wished to dispel rumors that South African aircraft will fly Colonel Gadhafi and his family to an undisclosed location. Speaking to reporters, Foreign Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane […]
Thai Fugitive Ex-PM Visits Japan
Posted August 22nd, 2011 at 7:40 am (UTC-5)
Thailand’s fugitive former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has arrived in Japan with an offer to assist in the reconstruction of the country’s earthquake and tsunami-damaged northeastern coast. Mr. Thaksin, a former telecommunications tycoon ousted from office in a 2006 coup, told Japan’s Kyodo news agency he will visit areas devastated by the March 11 twin […]
