News and Analysis (9/13/08 – 9/14/08)

The man who argued for punishing suspected drug pushers without even charging them is now in the spotlight for a similarly contemptuous attitude towards Muslims:

• Relentless Terrorism Prosecutor Faces Accusations of His Own (Washington Post)

Anwar Ibrahim “one of the leading proponents of the idea that Islam and liberal democracy are complementary”, claims to have enough votes to gain control of Malaysia’s government:

• Malaysian Seeks End to Decades of Firm Rule (NY Times)

Once considered relatively safe, violence increases in Lowgar providence:

• Provincial Governor Killed in Afghanistan (LA Times)

Israeli troops claim non-lethal techniques were used except for “one live bullet” which took the life of a Palestinian teenager:

• Israeli Troops Kill Palestinian in West Bank (Reuters)

Insurgents attack aimed at TV crew dedicated to helping Iraqis during Ramadan:

• Iraq Militants Target TV crew (LA Times)

Khaled Meshaal supports “reconciliation among Palestinians provided there was no external pressure and all issues were discussed”:

• Hamas Backs Reconciliation but Rejects Pressure (Reuters)

A group calling itself “Indian Mujahideen” takes responsibility for deadly blast, further damaging relations and prospects for peace:

• Controlled Blasts Kill at Least 22 At Busy Markets in New Delhi (Washington Post)

Imran
Minaret of Freedom Institute Program Assistant