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Published in: openSecuritySouth Sudan heads to polls amid renewed violence in Abyei
South Sudan heads to polls amid renewed violence in Abyei. At least fourteen dead in Tunisian employment protests....
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Published in: openSecurityChina blocks UN report on the use of Chinese arms in Darfur
China attempts to block UN report on Chinese arms in Darfur. Ten killed in Mindanao bus bombing. Pre-election...
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Published in: openSecurityRegional military force established to crack down on Lord’s Resistance Army
Military campaign against central African rebel group intensifies. Yemen goes on the offensive against al-Qaeda. New...
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Published in: openSecurityAbyei referendum to be delayed, say northern officials
Vote in Abyei to be delayed, say northern officials, stoking fears of a return to conflict in Sudan. Greek police...
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Published in: openSecurityChinese dissident wins nobel peace prize
The Nobel Peace prize is awarded to one of China’s foremost dissidents. Mohammad Abbas is set to seek Arab League...
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Published in: HomeSudan: prospect and lesson
The forthcoming referendum on independence in south Sudan could lead to the break-up of Africa’s biggest country....
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Published in: openSecurityUS imposes fresh sanctions on North Korea
US imposes fresh sanctions on North Korea. Sudan's Bashir defies arrest warrant. British PM concludes his first...
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Published in: openSecurityWomen's plight highlighted at Afghan conference
Clinton promises security for Afghan women. Sudanese security services criticised for role in repression. Israel...
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Published in: HomeThe world’s first presidential genocidaire?
The ICC's decision to reinstate three counts of genocide against President Bashir of Sudan is to be welcomed
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Published in: openSecuritySudan woefully unprepared for referendum
Sudan is woefully unprepared for a crucial referendum scheduled for January, according to a new report. Riots...
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Published in: openSecurityNorthern Ireland rioting deserving of more than condemnation
Riots continue in Northern Ireland. ICC issue second arrest warrant for Bashir. Afghan soldier kills comrades. All...
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Published in: HomeSouth Sudan: waiting for January
Apathy, malnutrition and illiteracy conspired to make this April's Sudanese Presidential Election a non-event in the...
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Published in: openSecurityUN launches inquiry as Israel intercepts second peace flotilla
UN launches inquiry as Israel intercepts second peace flotilla. US identified as world’s greatest user of targeted...
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Published in: openSecurityEgypt and Sudan tussle with Nile basin countries over water rights
Egypt and Sudan state opposition to Ugandan-Rwandan-Kenyan-Ethiopian deal on Nile waterway management. South Korea...
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Published in: openSecurityAfrican Union warns of bombing campaign in Somalia
African Union warns of bomb attacks in Somalia. Nigerian President Yar’Adua dies. Greek austerity protests turn...
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Published in: openSecurityFears of renewed violence after Bashir wins Sudanese election
South and North Sudan at risk of violence after election results contested. Niger food crisis worsens. Soldier...
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Published in: openSecurityUnprecedented protests in Lebanon call for secularism
Lebanese protestors demand secularism. Thai PM rejects protestors’ offer as counter-movements gain strength. Clashes...
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Published in: openSecurityRwandan opposition leader appears in court
Rockets intended for Israel hit Jordan. Sudan poll results delayed amid fraud allegations. Blasts shake tense Thai...
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Published in: openSecurityThai army deployed as ‘red-shirts’ move towards Bangkok’s business district
Political upheaval in Thailand reaches new levels as opposition threaten counter-protests. Sudan elections...
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Published in: openSecurityLandmark Sudanese elections marred by confusion, delay and allegations of fraud
Sudan polling starts amidst delays and confusion. Polish president and other elites died in plane crash. Obama hosts...