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Rebels In The Pipeline: Britain training counter-insurgent army
Gordon Brown will offer British help to the Nigerian government – to fight rebels in the oil-producing Niger delta – at a meeting in London next week with President Umaru Yar'Adua, Downing Street said.
The prospect of British intervention in the delta conflict has prompted the end of a ceasefire in the region and drawn accusations of neo-colonialism from rebel groups. They also accuse the Nigerian government of illegal actions.
The Prime Minister's official spokesman said the focus will be on providing training for the Nigerian military. He said: "Oil supply from Nigeria has been undermined by insecurity in the Niger delta. This is bad for the local population, bad for workers, bad for the Nigerian government and the stability of the whole region. The President of Nigeria is visiting London next week and the Prime Minister will have an opportunity to discuss these issues with him then."
Mr Brown's statement on Wednesday that Britain stood "ready to give help to the Nigerians to deal with the lawlessness that exists in this area and to achieve levels of production that Nigeria is capable of", led to a rebel group called the Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (Mend) to say it will call off its ceasefire today. Gordon Brown will offer British help to the Nigerian government – to fight rebels in the oil-producing Niger delta – at a meeting in L... more -
Does unrest in Nigeria's oil heartland matter?
Ahead of the UK Prime Minister's meeting with the Nigerian leader, Reuters takes on the question: WHY IS THE DELTA IMPORTANT?
We tried to address this question last year with our piece, "Rebels in the Pipeline". Nigeria is the most important oil producer in a region that is expected to supply an increasing percentage of our energy needs. But 50 years of oil production has translated into very little for the people of Nigeria. I think what we're seeing with how all the unrest there is contributing to higher gas prices here demonstrates with sobering clarity how corruption, poverty and oppression in one country can have resounding effects in this increasingly interconnected world.
Ahead of the UK Prime Minister's meeting with the Nigerian leader, Reuters takes on the question: WHY IS THE DELTA IMPORTANT? ... more -
Darfur rebels vow to protect civilians,aid workers
Two of the main rebel groups in Darfur pledged on Friday to protect civilians and aid workers in the western Sudanese region where a dire humanitarian situation has worsened amid escalating insecurity, a joint statement said.
The Justice and Equality Movement (JEM) and the Sudan Liberation Movement Unity faction also said that they would improve the flow of aid and intercept any stolen relief supplies or hijacked vehicles that move through their territories.
They vowed not to target civilians, destroy their property, or recruit children. Rapists would also be prosecuted.
"We strongly denounce all attacks on humanitarian workers, car-jacking and condemn the recent attack on UNAMID," the rebels said in a statement issued after a two-day meeting in Geneva.
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More at link. Two of the main rebel groups in Darfur pledged on Friday to protect civilians and aid workers in the western Sudanese region where a d... more -
An African Oil War?
Rebels in the Niger Delta called off a self-imposed ceasefire today in response to British Prime Minister Gordon Brown's comment that the UK stands ready to provide backing to Nigerian security forces to battle lawlessness in the oil rich region.
The Movement for the Emanicapation of the Niger Delta (MEND) issued a "stern warning" to Mr Brown in an emailed statement: "Should Gordon Brown make good his threat to support this criminality for the sake of oil, UK citizens and interests in Nigeria will suffer the consequences."
The Nigerian press received the British offer as a declaration of war against rebel groups. The Daily Champion newspaper ran the headline "Battle Line! UK to Declare War on Delta Militants".
The renewed tensions in the delta helped push oil to another record high.
See full article here:
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/africa/browns-a...
Rebels in the Niger Delta called off a self-imposed ceasefire today in response to British Prime Minister Gordon Brown's comment that ... more -
A new future for Colombia?
Colombian BBC News viewers believe that the release of Ingrid Betancourt could result in some form of negotiation between the Colombian government and the FARC rebels. Do you think this 44-year-old conflict can see an end in the near future?
On an added note, the guy in the picture is not only relevant but also looks awesome. Colombian BBC News viewers believe that the release of Ingrid Betancourt could result in some form of negotiation between the Colombia... more -
UN envoys back Congo's Kabila against Rwandan rebels
"U.N. envoys met Congo President Joseph Kabila on Saturday and backed his plans to disarm and expel Rwandan rebels behind years of strife, and to refocus the biggest U.N. peace force on rebuilding his shattered nation.
The ambassadors reassured Kabila the peacekeepers who have backed his army's efforts to control almost daily clashes with local militias and Rwandan Hutu rebels in eastern areas since a 1998-2003 war would not simply pack their bags and leave."It will not happen very soon," French U.N. Ambassador Jean-Maurice Ripert, who is leading the Security Council delegation on what has become an annual trip around Africa's trouble spots, said after the meeting.
"It should not happen abruptly. There should be of course a transition, in which to pass from security re-establishment to the development of the country and that the U.N. could do something else than only sending troops for security purposes."
He said Kabila wanted the peacekeeping mission, known by its French acronym MONUC, to shift its priorities from security to development as Congo tries to rebuild an economy ruined by decades of kleptocracy and violence.
An estimated 5.4 million people have been killed as a result of conflict since 1998, mostly through hunger and disease.
Fighting has been concentrated in the east of the vast country where Rwandan Hutu rebels known as the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR) fled after their country's 1994 genocide of some 800,000 Tutsis and Hutu moderates.
Their presence has triggered invasions in 1996, when Rwanda and Uganda helped Kabila's father Laurent march across the country to oust late dictator Mobutu Sese Seko, and again two years later, when those countries fell out with their protege.
Joseph Kabila became president after his father was assassinated in 2001 and five years later he won the country's first free elections in more than 40 years."
By Louis Charbonneau "U.N. envoys met Congo President Joseph Kabila on Saturday and backed his plans to disarm and expel Rwandan rebels behind years of str... more -
Two bomb attacks kill 22 in Sri Lanka
Witnesses say the Colombo bus targeted in the latest in a series of assaults by suspected Tamil Tiger rebels was 'shredded by shrapnel' and the floor was 'covered in blood and debris'. At least 22 people were killed by the attacks today in Sri Lanka, as remotely-controlled roadside bombs targeted the country's transport system.
The first attack, in the capital Colombo, was carried out during rush hour, killing 20 and wounding 64. The second explosion targeted a bus in major town Polgolla.
Attacks blamed on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam have stepped up since the military began a fresh push against rebel territory in the north and east of the country, where the Tigers are fighting for an independent state. The group usually denies involvement in such attacks, but were not available for comment.
Leave a comment and let us know what you think: Witnesses say the Colombo bus targeted in the latest in a series of assaults by suspected Tamil Tiger rebels was 'shredded by shrapnel... more -
The New Renaissance...a movement.
In this video documentary, filmmaker Ty Marshal explores upstate New York's burgeoning art scene. Lead by (R) Evolution Art Studio and The Gear Factory Collective, this group of young artists are making many positive changes in Central New York in new and exciting ways! See how their efforts have lead to region wide revitalization efforts, the installation of more public art and the empowerment of the community to awaken a rust-belt city to it's former glory.
Since its inception in the fall of 2007, (R) Evolution Art Studio and its ongoing activities have played an integral role in the creation of the City's first Sculpture Park, its first Public Art Ordinance and Arts Commission, as well as playing host to various arts showcases outside of the traditional norms.
Using Art as a vehicle, the members of (R) Evolution Art Studio and the Gear Factory Collective explore the evolution of self and of the community in what can only be called "The New Renaissance".
Please include your thoughts and your votes after watching this video! In this video documentary, filmmaker Ty Marshal explores upstate New York's burgeoning art scene. Lead by (R) Evolution Art Studio and... more -
Oil Wars: Nigerian Militants Vow More Attacks
What do a small group of rebels in southern Nigeria have to do with your daily commute?
Oil analysts have been pointing to the growing violence in Nigeria's oil-rich Niger Delta for a while now, but rarely with the frequency that they have over the last few weeks. In that time, militants have pulled-off about a half-dozen attacks on oil pipelines and facilities. With world oil supplies already stretched, Africa's largest producer -- and the US's fifth largest supplier -- has been forced to cut production. And if the rebels themselves are to be believed, the situation may only get worse. What do a small group of rebels in southern Nigeria have to do with your daily commute? ... more -
FARC top commander dead
The leader of Colombia's largest rebel group, the FARC, has died, the military has claimed in a statement.
The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia have been engaged in an armed struggle against the government for 40 years. Their aim is a Marxist revolution and some commentators believe FARC could now break up.
They are known to finance their operations through the lucrative drugs trade in the country which produces 80 per cent of the world's cocaine. The leader of Colombia's largest rebel group, the FARC, has died, the military has claimed in a statement. ... more -
Leading Farc commander surrenders
A leading commander of the Farc rebels in Colombia has surrendered to the authorities, officials say. Eldaneyis Mosquera, better known as Karina, was blamed for a string of murders, abductions, and for extortion in the north-western Antioquia region. Her surrender is a coup for President Alvaro Uribe who made her a priority target for the security forces in 2002, the BBC's Jeremy McDermott says.
Farc has been fighting to overthrow the government for more than 40 years. Karina has a fiercesome reputation in Antioquia, and many businessmen and ranchers have suffered extortion, kidnapping and murder at her hands, our correspondent says. None doubt her fighting prowess and she has the wounds to prove it: she has lost an eye in combat, has scars across her face and a bullet wound on one of her arms.In 2002, a reward of more than $800,000 (£409,000) was placed on her head.
Karina was an example for the women in the rebel army, that make up more than a third of Farc ranks, a BBC correspondent says.
Credit: BBC A leading commander of the Farc rebels in Colombia has surrendered to the authorities, officials say. Eldaneyis Mosquera, better known... more -
Sudan cuts ties with Chad after rebel attack
"Sudan cut diplomatic relations with Chad on Sunday after an attack on the Sudanese capital by Darfur rebels which it said was supported by Chadian President Idriss Deby.
The rebels fought Sudanese troops in a suburb of Khartoum on Saturday in a bid to seize power but officials said the attack was defeated."
"Sudan cut diplomatic relations with Chad on Sunday after an attack on the Sudanese capital by Darfur rebels which it said was support... more -
Unrest in Nigeria's oil region continues
A strike by Exxon Mobil workers and a string of militant attacks on Shell oil facilities in the Niger Delta have led Africa's largest oil producer to cut production by more than half. The shortfall is adding pressure to already tight oil markets and pushing the price of crude to near record highs.
For an in depth look at the deteriorating situation in the delta, check out Rebels in the Pipeline. A strike by Exxon Mobil workers and a string of militant attacks on Shell oil facilities in the Niger Delta have led Africa's largest ... more -
Anfal: the Kurdish genocide in Iraq
An article about Kurds.
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Militants attack Nigerian pipelines
Oil pushed above $117 yesterday after rebels in the Niger Delta attacked two major pipelines. Shell confirmed the attacks and an expected output loss of 169,000 barrels of oil per day. The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta, or MEND, claimed credit and in an email to reporters said it was a message to the United States to stop supporting "injustice" in the region.
For more on the situation in the Niger Delta, check out the Vanguard Special report Rebels in the Pipeline:
http://current.com/items/77541651_rebels_in_the_pipelin... Oil pushed above $117 yesterday after rebels in the Niger Delta attacked two major pipelines. Shell confirmed the attacks and an ... more -
Nepal Maoists claim poll victory
"The Maoist party of former rebels in Nepal has for the first time explicitly claimed victory in the country's national elections, held nine days ago.
The Maoists' leader, Prachanda, said he would head a new government, with the monarchy abolished.
Votes are still being counted - the Maoists are certain to have the most seats but not an overall majority.
The two other big parties have been badly beaten but the Maoists want to include them in a coalition government." "The Maoist party of former rebels in Nepal has for the first time explicitly claimed victory in the country's national elections, hel... more -
Save children
Iran, Turkey and Syria’s War against Kurds struggle for freedom destroyed 100s thousands of Kurdish kids lives.
Many thousands of them died.
Many of the kids who managed to survive are not luckier then the ones who died. Because, they will be in pain all their life times.
Iran, Turkey and Syria’s War against Kurds struggle for freedom destroyed 100s thousands of Kurdish kids lives. ... more -
War... Why? What For?... Why not Love, but war?
Why not love, but war?
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CHILDREN OF WAR ! KURDISTAN! Iraq, Iran
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CHILDREN OF WAR IN IRAQ.
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CHILDREN OF KURDS!!!
KURDISTANI'S BROTHERS AND SISTERS... CHILDREN . CHILDREN OF WAR CHILDREN OF WAR ! KURDISTAN! CHILDREN OF WAR IN IRAQ. CHILDREN OF WAR IN TURKEY. ... more
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