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Georgia Conflict Causes Diplomatic & Humanitarian Confusion
The conflict between Georgia and Russia presents a complex set of questions for the international community. While Western officials try to figure out how exactly Russia's two-headed government shares power, human rights workers are searching for the truth about atrocities that may or may not have been committed.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin undoubtedly holds the power in Russia, but diplomatic protocol obliges European and American officials to negotiate with President Dmitri Medvedev, who appears much more accommodating than Putin.
Bush Says "Yo Harper. . . Medvedev's a 'Smart Guy'" Well Said?
The G-8 Summit is well under way — the dominant stories heading out of the talks settle around the speaking style of the Decider in Chief, George W. Bush. Known for his colloquial folksiness and rampant nicknamery, a few such quotes have surfaced today.
Russia Lectures US: You're in No Position to Give Advice
Russian President Dmitri A. Medvedev is in no mood to listen to US criticism about the state of human rights or democracy in Russia. This week he said that the US was "essentially in a depression" and thus in no shape to tell other countries what to do.
Front Page: Strike Explodes in Lebanon, India Fires Missile, Medvedev Sworn In, Chile Volcano
- Strike Explodes in Lebanon: Explosions and gunfire heralded protests in the Lebanese capital of Beirut as opposition supporters held a one-day general strike for higher pay. Unions protested demanding the government triple the minimum monthly wage — currently $200. Tensions were fanned yesterday after the government announced it would shut down Hezbollah's private telecommunications network.
Headline: Putin's Pick Medvedev Wins in Russia
In an election with hints of close ties with the Kremlin, current Russian President Vladimir Putin's personal pick, Dmitri Medvedev, has won the presidency. Though Medvedev's success was never in doubt, Russia's new president has never held elected office before and was most recently an aide to Mr. Putin.
Putin plans to serve as Medvedev’s prime minister and is indicating that he will broaden the responsibilities of that position.
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Picture It: Communist Obama Found in Center
Sasha and Malia aren't the only Obamas darling enough to have dolls based on them. Along with Russian president Dmitry Medvedev, President Obama is now a matryoshka, a traditional Russian nesting doll. You know the kind that have doll after doll inside each other until you get to the tiny-doll center.
Front Page: Relief Lands in Myanmar, Putin Confirmed as PM, Stem Cell Award in CA
- Relief Lands in Myanmar: UN relief supplies touched down in Myanmar this morning, though US military planes loaded with aid are still denied access by the country's isolationist regime. The junta also continues to stall visas for UN teams wanting to enter the country and ensure that the aid supplies reach victims amid fears that food and water shortages could push the death toll above 100,000. The prime minister of Thailand has offered to negotiate on the US's behalf to persuade the junta to accept their aid.
Front Page: Protestors Clash With Police Ahead of G20
- Protesters in London have smashed in bank windows and clashed with police. So far there have been injuries among police, and protesters and 19 people have been arrested. — BBC News
- President Obama and Russian president Dmitri Medvedev have pledged to open a new round of long-range nuclear weapons talks.
Front Page: Oscars, Russia and Serbia, Protest in Gaza
- The Oscars ceremony held last night produced a huge sweep for the Coen Brothers and their film No Country for Old Men. Daniel Day-Lewis won Best Actor for There Will be Blood and Marion Cotillard took home Best Actress for La Vie en Rose. The ceremony marked one of the biggest entertainment events to take place since the end of the writer's strike.
- Russia has renewed its vow to stand with Serbia against Kosovo's independence.
Front Page: Vladimir Putin Might Return as Russian President
- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev is taking steps to allow Vladimir Putin to return as president in 2009. According to Russian sources, Medvedev may push for changes to the constitution so former President Putin can return to power. — Reuters
- US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice has traveled to the Middle East.
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