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Overseas Security Advisory Council Saturday, 30 October 2004

 
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The Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) was established in 1985 by the U.S. Department of State to foster the exchange of security related information between the U.S. Government and American private sector operating abroad. Administered by the Bureau of Diplomatic Security, OSAC has developed into an enormously successful joint venture for effective security cooperation. Through OSAC, the American private sector, including colleges and universities, is provided timely information on which to make informed corporate decisions on how best to protect their investment, facilities, personnel and intellectual property abroad.
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OSAC 19th Annual Briefing
November 17, 2004

The Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) is pleased to announce the 19th annual briefing will be held on Wednesday, November 17, at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. The theme for this year is “Managing Risks and Threats in Challenging Environments.” The annual briefing is a full day and will include a World Threat Overview presented by OSAC’s Research and Information Support Center. On Thursday morning, November 18, the OSAC Committee for Transnational Crime and Terrorism will present a half-day seminar.

Click Here To REGISTER FOR THE BRIEFING online.

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Frequently Asked Questions About
Coalition Provisional Authority Order Number 17 (REVISED)

CPA Order 17 addresses the privlidges and immunities, rights, and responsibilities of Multi-National Force personnel, approved contractors and subcontractors, and official international consultants operating in Iraq

 
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Emergency Planning Handbook
Now Available: "Emergency Planning Handbook" for the American business operating overseas now available to OSAC constituents courtesy of RSO Bucharest and the Bucharest Country Council.
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Chechen Female Suicide Bombers

Chechen Female Suicide Bombers

Presentation on Chechen Female Suicide Bombers in Moscow, Russia (2002-2004).

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Afghanistan Weekend Attacks

Kabul DynCorp Bombing

Presentation of Afghanistan weekend attack on August 28, 2004, available to OSAC constituents.

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Terrorism in Russia

Attacks in Russia

Presentation on the Terrorism Attacks in Russia from August 24 to September 3. 2004. Available to OSAC Constituents.

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Highlights from OSAC's 18th Annual Briefing
The Overseas Security Advisory Council's 18th Annual Briefing was held on the 13th of November, 2003. Praised as a success, this year's Annual Briefing was attended by more than 600 private sector personnel. OSAC is proud to include some highlights here for your review.

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OSAC Hot Topics
An exclusive service to our constituents. Get the most up to date OSAC perspectives on global security trends and issues. If you are having problems opening the document, try right-clicking on the link and download the document to your desktop.
 
 
Adobe Acrobat    Afghanistan Elections (October 12 2004)

A look at the first Afghanistan Election and security forecasts.


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Adobe Acrobat    OSAC Activity Report: September 2004 (October 12 2004)

OSAC continues to increase its running monthly average in consultations, averaging more than 250 consultations per month.


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Adobe Acrobat    September Iraq Update (28 September 2004)

Despite the resolution to the standoff between Moqtada al-Sadr and Coalition forces at the Imam Ali Shrine in Najaf in August, a high level of conflict persists between insurgents and Coalition forces in Iraq. The violence has spread throughout the country, with Baghdad, northern Iraq, and the so-called Sunni Triangle all experiencing notable increases in attacks. Kidnapping remains one of the chief concerns for foreigners in Iraq, and signs point to an increase in the involvement of organized crime groups in abductions. Additionally, many analysts and media officials are beginning to warn of the potential for an increase in attacks against Westerners, police, and Iraqi government officials in the lead-up to January elections.


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Hurricane Ivan (15 September 2004)
Hurricane Ivan



According to various press reports, it is now estimated that the hurricane has killed at least 65 people. The Pan American Health Organization states 37 people have died in Grenada and 19 in Jamaica. The US National Hurricane Center expects Ivan to move north into the "panhandle" region of Florida and neighboring states. As it moved northwest across the Caribbean, Ivan sometimes reached category 5, the top of the scale.


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Adobe Acrobat    Anti-War Coalition (03 September 2004)

The Anti-War Coalition (AWC) is a group of South African activists working as the voice of a significant portion of the country's population who do not support the US war in Iraq. This Hot Topic examines the motives behind AWC as well as their modus operandi and gives sources for further research into their organization.


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Adobe Acrobat    August Iraq Update (13 August 2004)

Iraq Update is designed to give OSAC constituents and associates an overview of major trends and security issues in Iraq. The August issue addresses the recent upsurge in attacks, the increased use of kidnapping by insurgent groups, the the importance of Najaf's Shrine of Imam Ali, and upcoming events and key dates.


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Adobe Acrobat    August Hotel Bombings (12 August 2004)

Turkish separatists are believed to be responsible for four bombings that were conducted in Istanbul, Turkey, on August 10. Turkish law enforcement officials have not determined who is responsible for the incident. However, the bombings reiterate that indigenous terrorist groups in Turkey continue to target U.S., Western, and Turkish interests. The incident demonstrates that groups such as the DHKP/C, PKK/KADEK/Kongra-Gel, IDBA-C, and others will continue to target Turkish officials and various civilian venues such as hotels and fast food restaurants to make political statements, particularly in Istanbul and other urban areas of Turkey.


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Adobe Acrobat    OSAC Activity Report: July 2004 (12 August 2004)

This month, South & Central Asia was the most active RISC region. The region registered 50 constituent consultations - 19% of the RISC total. However, no one region was the clear leader in RISC activity, as five of the seven regions reported between 40 and 50 consultations. This is indicative of a month where no major incidents dominated the world's attention as those in the Middle East had during the past several months.


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Adobe Acrobat    OSAC Activity Report: Mid-Year 2004 (20 July 2004)

The Research and Information Support Center (RISC) reported 1,709 consultations in the first half of 2004, a 52% increase from the same period in 2003. Following a spike in March, RISC figures for the half have continued to show the strong, steady growth that has been exhibited for nearly a year. From January to April, RISC logged four consecutive months with more than 250 constituent consultations.


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Adobe Acrobat    OSAC Activity Report: June 2004 (20 July 2004)

The Research and Information Support Center (RISC) reported 247 consultations for the month of June. This number represents a 15% increase from May figures, as well as the seventh consecutive month with more than 200 consultations.


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Adobe Acrobat    Businesspersons Targeted for Kidnappings in Larkana, Sukkur, Shikarpur and Jacobabad, Pakistan (6 July 2004)

In June 2004, the security director for an OSAC constituent company reported a series of kidnappings he had noted in Pakistan. The information he passed to OSAC was corroborated by two separate sources.


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Adobe Acrobat    Afghanistan and Elections: Security Ramifications for U.S. Businesses and NGOs (2 July 2004)

The threat of general insecurity in Afganistan, particularly outside of Kabul, the slow pace of voter registration, and the threat--on the rise lately--of attacks on voters and election workers from the anti-recontruction forces are all jeopardizing Afganistan's chance for free and fair elections, currently scheduled for September.

This report is intended to highlight the background of Afgan elections, the particular, security-related issues they face, and the threat remifications for U.S. businesses and NGOs operating in the country.


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Adobe Acrobat    Targeted Kidnappings/Assassinations in Saudi Arabia: Events, Trends and Security Recommendations (29 June 2004)

In just over three weeks in Saudi Arabia, there were three targeted assassinations, one attempted assassination and one kidnapping – which resulted in the beheading of the victim five days later – against Westerners

American companies in the Kingdom are now even more concerned about how to protect their operations in an environment of increasing attacks against soft targets.

This report will list the latest events, identify trends, and offer some guidelines to American companies per the State Department’s latest Warden Messages and Travel Warnings.


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Adobe Acrobat    The Transition to Sovereignty in Iraq (28 June 2004)

On June 28, 2004, a new Iraqi transitional administration assumed power in Iraq. With this transition, the Coalition Provisional Authority was officially dissolved, and the new government became the sole, sovereign governing power in Iraq.

This transition period, however, is predicted to be a difficult one. The risk of kidnappings, targeted assassinations, convoy and vehicle attacks, bombings, and other violence will likely remain very high.

This report summarizes the security situation in Iraq, focusing on five particular types of attacks. It also outlines some of the deadliest incidents of the last six months, the post-transition Department of State and OSAC presence in Iraq, and the structure of and key dates for the new Iraqi government.


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Adobe Acrobat    Shift toward Small-Scale Attacks in Saudi Arabia (14 June 2004)
In the past month, the threat level in Saudi Arabia has continued its increase, with the attack on the al-Khobar compounds, several targeted assassinations of Westerners and/or non-Muslims, and the kidnapping of an American employee of Lockheed Martin (the first kidnapping of a Westerner in Saudi Arabia). Just in the past week, four violent attacks against Westerners left three dead.

This report lists the recent attacks, highlighting modus operandi and trends, and then lists some guidelines for personal security based on recent Consular Affairs Travel Warnings and Warden Messages.
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Adobe Acrobat    OSAC Information Sharing Survey Analysis (18 May 2004)
This report focuses on ways to fulfill the need for an the sharing of information regime between the American public and private sectors, looking at the needs of both parties as well as current practices. The proposed regime looks to fulfill the current and growing information needs of both the public and private sectors, with the goal of implementing a system that is both more accessible and more informative than that currently in place.
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Adobe Acrobat    OSAC Activity Report: April 2004 (12 May 2004)
The Research and Information Support Center (RISC) reported 278 consultations for the month of April, 26% above the current running 12-month RISC average. April also marked RISC’s fourth consecutive month registering more than 250 constituent consultations.
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Adobe Acrobat    Terrorists’ Tactics – The Shift to Softer Targets Continues (7 May 2004)
In nearly a year since OSAC last addressed a noticeable shift by terrorists in the direction of softer targets, nearly all the major terrorist attacks that have taken place were directed at facilities we would characterize as relatively soft. As we consider the recent series of attacks on soft targets and attempt to anticipate where terrorists might strike next, we are concerned that a number of our constituents may fall into the category of soft targets.
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Adobe Acrobat    OSAC Activity Report: March 2004 (7 May 2004)
The Research and Information Support Center (RISC) reported 418 consultations for the month of March, an amazing 49% increase in activity from February. For the third consecutive month RISC reports a record high in constituent consultations.
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Adobe Acrobat    Iraq Kidnapping Report (16 April 2004)
OSAC is closely monitoring the recent kidnappings of private citizens working and residing in Iraq. Although too early to identify specific trends, it is clear that some Iraqi insurgents are using...
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Adobe Acrobat    Sri Lankan Elections: Where to From Here? (7 April 2004)
Sri Lanka's parliamentary elections last week raised more questions than they answered. After two and a half years of cohabitation, the President called these early elections to...
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Adobe Acrobat    Madrid Bombing (12 March 2004)
On 11 March 2004, 10 explosive devices were detonated between 0730 and 0745 local time at three train stations in Madrid, Spain killing 199 people and wounding more than 1,450 other commuters. The first explosives, a total of three, detonated at 0739 on a commuter train that had already arrived at the Madrid Atocha Train station...
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Adobe Acrobat    Automated Teller Machine Scams (5 March 2004)
The Overseas Security Advisory Council, courtesy of the Regional Security Office in London, would like to take this opportunity to review the various methods criminals are using at Automated Teller Machines (ATMs).
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Adobe Acrobat    Missionary Attacks in Europe (17 February 2004)
OSAC notes that there have been a significant number of incidents against representatives of religious organizations within the past two months in Europe. Out of the incidents reported, there were attacks of intimidation, physical assault, sexual assault, and vandalism.
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Adobe Acrobat    RISC 2003 Activity Summary (4 February 2004)
RISC reported 2161 consulatations with constituent organizations and 217 threats (both actual incidents and potential threats) to American interests abroad in 2003.
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Adobe Acrobat    Increase in violence toward missionaries (22 January 2004)
Since the beginning of the holiday season OSAC has been monitoring an increase in violence directed toward representatives of religious organizations operating in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Adobe Acrobat    Snapshot of Business and Legal Challenges in Russia. (29 August 2003)
American companies have come to face obstacles when entering into business in Russia, especially where legalities are concerned. The following provides a synopsis of the current situation and some general tips.
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Current Announcements

OSAC Support for Global Events
In 2004, multiple events will take place around the world that may impact the operations of OSAC constituents, and may affect the security of Americans traveling in the region. As a service to its constituents, OSAC will provide regular security assessments and updates for all of these events. Below is a chronological listing of events and a summary of security concerns and actions OSAC is taking.
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Iraqi Oil & Gas Conference
September 13-14 2004 Amman, Jordan

The Iraqi Oil & Gas Conference will be held at Le Meridien Hotel in Amman, Jordan from September 13-14, 2004. For more information, information on the event, as well security information on Jordan, please view the linked report.

View the report here.

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For Your Information
The Overseas Security Advisory Council would like to highlight the links below in an effort to keep our constituency information on related programs within the U.S. Department of State.

Bureau of Diplomatic Security

Bureau of Diplomatic Security, U.S. Department of State
The Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS) is a unique organization which plays an essential role within the United States Department of State. The Bureau's personnel, who include special agents, engineers, diplomatic couriers, Civil Service specialists, and contractors, work together as a team to ensure that the State Department can carry out its foreign policy missions safely and securely. (http://www.state.gov/m/ds/)
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Rewards for Justic

Rewards For Justice Program
The Rewards for Justice Program is one of the most valuable U.S. Government assets in the fight against international terrorism. Under this program, the Secretary of State may offer rewards of up to $5 million for information that prevents or favorably resolves acts of international terrorism against U.S. persons or property worldwide. (http://www.rewardsforjustice.net)
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Calendar Events
OSAC Key Events Want to know of potential significant events that could affect your travel or safety abroad? Look here for all the information you need to make the best decision.
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November 9, 2004. MALAWI. Campaigning Begins for By-Elections
Campaigning will begin for elections to be held in January on 9 November. Elections will be held in eight constituencies around Malawi to fill vacant parliamentary seats, including two won and forfeited by the current President and Vice President.  

  November 13, 2004. BRUNEI AND UGANDA. Hari Raya Puasa
Observed in Uganda and Brunei this date celebrates the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan.  

  November 13, 2004. NIGER. Presidential Elections
Presidential Elections will take place across Niger on 13 November 2004. Six presidential candidates are expected to vie in this election. The current president, Tandja Mamadou, has been in power since being elected in November 1999.  

  November 14, 2004. WORLDWIDE. Eid al-Fitr
This Feast of Fast Breaking occurs during the three days immediately following the month of Ramadan. It begins on Shawwal 1. The name means "minor festival". Also known as Eid al-Sagheer or Grand Bairam, in some African nations it is called Kortité.  

  November 15, 2004. NAMIBIA. General Elections
Namibia has set general elections for November 15 and 16 to select a successor to veteran President Sam Nujoma, who has been in office since independence in 1990. Namibia's SWAPO-dominated parliament altered the constitution to allow Nujoma to stand for a third term in 1999, but that term ends on March 21, 2005. Whoever is chosen is regarded as firm favorite to succeed Nujoma as president given the party's grip on power - it won three out of four votes in 1999 national elections. Namibia has also set regional council elections for November 29 and 30.  

  November 28, 2004. CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC. Constitutional Referendum
A constitutional referendum will be held in the Central African Republic, ahead of proposed national elections in January 2005. The current CAR leader, Francois Bozize, has announced he will not be running in those elections. Bozize seized power in early 2003.  

  November 29, 2004. NAMIBIA. Local Elections
Namibia has also set regional council elections for November 29 and 30. These polls follow by two weeks the general elections to choose a successor to President Sam Nujoma.  

  December 1, 2004. MOZAMBIQUE. National Elections
Mozambique will hold its third multiparty Presidential and Parliamentary Elections on 1 and 2 December.  

  December 4, 2004. NIGER. Legislative Elections
Legislative Elections will be held across Niger on 4 December 2004. These elections are the last of a series of three elections held this year, starting with local elections several months ago and Presidential Elections just last month. The unicameral National Assembly has 83 seats. Representatives are elected for five-year terms.  

  December 17, 2004. MOZAMBIQUE. Election Results Announced
Definitive results from the 1 and 2 December Presidential Elections will be announced by this date.

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 Latest News

Philippines
'Fertile Imagination, Wishful Thinking'--Solon on Coup Talks
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West Bank/Gaza
'Frail' Arafat Arrives in Paris
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Bangladesh
'Pirates' Kill Bangladesh Crew
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East Asia and Japan
'Strengthen ASEAS-Japan Ties' to Fight Terror
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Afghanistan
Afghan Kidnappings Prompt Big Security Review
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Sudan
African Troops to Monitor Shaky Cease-Fire in Sudan
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West Bank/Gaza
Arafat: Hamas Calls for General Elections
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Haiti
Aristide 'Wants Free Elections'
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Philippines
Arroyo Confident in New Military Chief in Fighting Corruption
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Bolivia
Bolivia: Santa Cruz Demands Cause Concern
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Guatemala
Business Sector To Increase Security During Holiday Season
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China and Tajikistan
China Okays Anti-Terror Pact with Tajikistan
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Colombia
Colombia Offers New Prisoner Swap
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Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Curfew and State of Emergency Imposed in North by Former Rebels
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Afghanistan
Death Penalty for Afghan Killers
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Bulgaria
Dispute Splits Bulgaria's Muslims
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Malaysia and Thailand
DPM: Violence Won't Spill Over Into Malaysia
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Russia
East Siberian Mine Blast Kills 13 and Injures 23
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France and Spain
ETA Suspect Arrested After Gun Battle
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European Union (EU)
EU Leaders Sign New Constitution
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Belgium and Netherlands
Europe Cracks Down on Illegal Exports of Toxic Trash
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Mexico
Farmers Protest Imported Transgenic Corn
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Ukraine
Fear and Politics at Kiev War Parade
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United States and Yemen
Feds Rebuff Yemeni Lawyer in Terror Case
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Namibia
Five Hospitalized after Contracting Anthrax
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Mexico
Flash Flood Kills One
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Cyber Threat
Flaws found in Windows-based media players
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Philippines
Foreign Aid to MILF Lessens After 9/11
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Greece
Four Held for Precinct Attack
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Thailand
Fresh Violence Erupts in Southern Thailand
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Greece
Greek Riot Squad Bus Blast Raises Security Fears
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Mexico
Grupo Mexico Pays Out
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Haiti
Gunbattles Break Out in Haiti's Capital
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Israel and West Bank/Gaza
IDF Nabs Suspected Would-be Bomber
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Malaysia
Illegal Workers Leave Malaysia
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India
Indian Refinery Blast Injures 16
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Iraq
Iraq Body Unlikely To Be Japanese Hostage
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Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Ivorian Rebels Give War Warning
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Iraq and Japan
Japan Tries to Confirm Report Asian Body Found in Iraq
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Congo (Democratic Republic)
Katanga Rebel Leader Dead, Local Political Leaders Arrested
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Guatemala
Kidnapping Gang Arrested
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East Timor
Masked Men Storm Bus in East Timor; Eight Dead
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Mexico
Mexico and Spain to Cooperate Training
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Iraq
Militants 'Kill 11 Iraqi Guards'
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Liberia
Mud, Rubble and Trouble on Liberia's Roads
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Mexico
Naval Secretary Says Budget Cuts Prohibit Navy From Doing Its Job, Causing 'National Vulnerability'
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Guinea-Bissau
New Armed Forces Leaders Appointed on Proposal of Mutineers
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Colombia
Opinion Split on Colombian Paramilitaries Serving in Armed Forces
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Russia
Over 80 Suicide Bombers Trained Abroad to Attack Russia  FSB Head
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El Salvador
PNC Chief in Sonsonate Transferred Over Increase in Violence
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El Salvador
PNC, Suffolk Police To Share Information On Gang Activity
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Nicaragua
President Bolanos Fears for His Life
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Azerbaijan
Protests Restricted in Azerbaijan
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Mexico
Quake Rattles Center, South
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Nigeria
Rebel Group Surrenders Arms in South Nigeria
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Indonesia
Retrial of Cleric Begins in Indonesia
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Liberia
Rioting Engulfs Liberian Capital as Arms Deadline Looms
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Russia
Russia's Liberals, Communists Hold Protest Rally Against Putin's Power Reform in Moscow
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Iraq
Saddam's Soldiers Reinforce Insurgent Ranks
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Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Ukraine and United States
Secret Service Busts Online Organized Crime Ring
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Spain
Seven Still at Large in Plot to Bomb Spanish Court
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Iraq
Sistani Supports Elections
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South Africa
South Africans Armed to the Hilt
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Spain
Spain Arrests More Bomb Suspects
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Cyber Threat
Spyware Threat Seen Larger Than Most Corporations Realize
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Norway
Submarine Collides with Tanker
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Colombia
Suspected Guerrillas Assault City Council Seat in Colombia
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Thailand
Thai PM to Address Nation as More Bombs Rock South
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Belgium
Transport Strike Hits Brussels - And More to Come
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Afghanistan
Troops Hunt Afghan Kidnap Victims
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Pakistan
U.S. Embassy Warns About Pakistan Hotel
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Iraq
U.S. Marines Prepare Falluja Assault
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Lebanon
U.S. Mulling Plans to Freeze Lebanese Assets
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Kenya
UN Chief Hits Out over Graft
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Algeria and Morocco
UN Set To Extend Western Sahara Peacekeepers
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Cyber Threat
Voting Machines Remain Unsecured, Expert Warns
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West Bank/Gaza
Who Will Step into Arafat's Shoes?
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