Glass House Weakens US Case in Darfur

LONDON – The first visit by an Amnesty International team to Darfur over the last several days showed that the U.S. human rights record has weakened its case to intervene in a human rights crisis elsewhere. "It has made it much harder for the U.S. to take on its self-described role as human rights leader," … Continue reading “Glass House Weakens US Case in Darfur”

In the UK, a ‘Terrifying’ Judgment on Suspected Terrorists

LONDON – After years of condemning torture in other countries, Britain could now be approving it as official policy. New questions have arisen for the government following a two-to-one ruling by a court of appeal that said the British government had the right to accept evidence obtained under torture – so long as the torture … Continue reading “In the UK, a ‘Terrifying’ Judgment on Suspected Terrorists”

Report Reveals Lies, Not the Liar

LONDON – The long-awaited inquiry report into intelligence failures that led Britain to join the invasion of Iraq reveals what went wrong, but stops short of saying who went wrong. The 196-page report by Lord Butler discloses "serious flaws" in intelligence that led to Britain’s involvement in the war. Key intelligence relied on third hand … Continue reading “Report Reveals Lies, Not the Liar”

Palestinian Win Rises Higher Than Israeli Wall

LONDON – The ruling by the International Court of Justice in The Hague that the "security wall" Israel is building in the West Bank is illegal marks a major victory for Palestinians. The ruling is not binding. Officially it is termed only an "advisory opinion" offered by the court. Israeli officials briefing media while the … Continue reading “Palestinian Win Rises Higher Than Israeli Wall”