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About Hannah Cooper

Hannah Cooper is at Exeter University studying for a BA in History with European Studies. Hannah is currently an editorial intern at terrorism.openDemocracy.

Articles by Hannah Cooper

Monday 6th July

African Union refuses to cooperate with al-Bashir ICC warrant

Hannah Cooper, 6 July 2009
The African Union refuses to recognise the international Criminal Court ruling against Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir.
Monday 29th June

Tensions rise after cross-border firing in Kashmir

Hannah Cooper, 29 June 2009
Cross-border firing killed an Indian soldier on the Line of Control in Kashmir on Sunday. A coup in Honduras toppled President Zelaya. Protests in Iran recommenced this weekend, with the authorities detaining workers at the British embassy. The Iraqi government is readying itself for the withdrawal of American troops on Tuesday. And much more in today's update.
Monday 15th June

Pakistan launches "decisive offensive" against the Taliban

Hannah Cooper, 15 June 2009
The Pakistani government has declared that it will launch an operation against the Taliban in the FATA, in response to their "miscreant activities".
Monday 18th May

With the alleged killing of LTTE chief, Sri Lanka claims victory

Hannah Cooper, 18 May 2009
Velupillai Prabhakaran, the leader of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, has been reported dead by the Sri Lankan military, prompting them to declare the 26-year civil war over.
Monday 11th May

Civilians stream out of Swat as soldiers steam in

Hannah Cooper, 11 May 2009
The Pakistani government invades the Swat Valley after evacuation, hundreds of civilians die in Sri Lankan violence, and the US refuse to cease air strikes in Afghanistan despite being accused of using illegal chemicals. And more in today's security briefing.
Monday 27th April

Iraq slams “criminal” American raid

Hannah Cooper, 27 April 2009
Raids committed by American forces have killed two civilians in Iraq, leading the country's officials to demand that justice is brought to those responsible.
Monday 20th April

Russia ends Chechen "counter-terrorism operation"

Hannah Cooper, 20 April 2009
Terrorist operations have been discontinued in Chechnya according to the Russia government, who are set to withdraw thousands of troops from the region.
Monday 6th April

North Korea launches rocket in defiance of international community

Hannah Cooper, 6 April 2009
North Korea have reported on the success of their missile launch, and say that their satellite circled the earth playing patriotic anthems.
Thursday 2nd April

Petraeus: "Militants could bring down Pakistani state"

Hannah Cooper, 2 April 2009
General David Petraeus has said that the very existence of the Pakistani state could hinge on the anti-terrorist operations conducted by Zardari's government
Monday 16th March

Restoration of chief justice eases political crisis in Pakistan

Hannah Cooper, 16 March 2009
Demonstrations turned violent on Sunday as opposition to the government called for the restoration of an independent judiciary. Zardari succumbed to their demands early on Monday.
Monday 9th March

Obama announces intention to negotiate with the Taliban

Hannah Cooper, 9 March 2009
US President Barack Obama has stated his willingness to open reconciliation talks with moderate elements of the Taliban in Afghanistan.
Monday 2nd March

US needling Tehran on nuclear program

Hannah Cooper, 2 March 2009
A top US official has disputed Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's assertion that the Iranian nuclear programme is just for energy purposes.
Monday 23rd February

Islamist-Islamabad truce in jeopardy

Hannah Cooper, 23 February 2009
Attempts by the Pakistani government to appease the Taliban and arrive at a permanent ceasefire are being frustrated by the actions of both sides
Monday 16th February

Kabul and Washington pledge to protect civilian life

Hannah Cooper, 16 February 2009
The Afghan and US governments are to work together to reduce civilian casualties in the "war on terror"
Monday 9th February

Indian politician suggests Pakistan is a "terrorist state"

Hannah Cooper, 9 February 2009
A spokesman from India's ruling Congress party has said that the international community should consider declaring Pakistan a terrorist state
Monday 2nd February

FARC releases hostages unconditionally in Colombia

Hannah Cooper, 2 February 2009
Is the unconditional release of hostages by the FARC an attempt to gain political leverage, or a sign of their weakening leadership?
Monday 26th January

First ever war crimes trial starts at the ICC

Hannah Cooper, 26 January 2009
The trial of Congolese rebel leader Thomas Lubanga at the International Criminal Court could set a precedent for the judgement of war crimes.
Monday 19th January

Miliband says "war on terror" a mistake

Hannah Cooper, 19 January 2009
David Miliband says that the concept of a "war on terror" is "misleading and mistaken".
Monday 12th January

Olmert: Israel "is approaching the goals it set for itself"

Hannah Cooper, 12 January 2009
Efforts continue to secure peace in Gaza in a conflict which could threaten the two-state solution.
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