NGO Reports on Gaza War Belie Israeli Claims

This week, two respected human rights organizations -- one Palestinian, one Israeli -- each came out with very full reports into the extent of the damage caused by the assault Israel waged against Gaza last winter. According to the Palestinian Center for Human Rights...

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Friday: 10 Iraqis Killed, 54 Wounded

Updated at 5:35 p.m. EDT, Sept. 11, 2009 Riots broke out in Baghdad Central Prison where a number of people were killed or wounded. Overall, at least 10 Iraqis were killed and 54 more were wounded across the country, but most of the casualties were at the prison. No casualties were reported in Baghdad and no attack reports came out of Mosul. Meanwhile, Iraq is asking for help in restoring its archaeological sites. Some suffered massive damage during the wars. Its national art museum remains closed due to ongoing turmoil as well.
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Some Guantánamo Prisoners Fight Release

As 13 prisoners held at the U.S. naval Base at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba appeared set to finally win their freedom, others are asking their release to be deferred. The problem is that some of those cleared for release fear they will be tortured if they are transferred to...

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