Chairman Castro criticises America at 50th Cuban Revolution Anniversary Ceremony
Santiago de Cuba (Eastern Cuba)-Shouji Isa
On the first in the eastern city of Santiago de Cuba on the 1st, President Raul Castro offered stinging criticism of America at the 50th Cuban Revolution Anniversary ceremony. "It is truly significant that in the midst of vehement and pathological American hatred, we have steadfastly protected out revolution.", he said.
At the end of Last year; President Raul expressed anticipation towards a bi national leadership conference with President Elect Barack Obama but still seems unyielding in the face of American demands to democratize the country.
The President emphasized that since the fall of Pro-American Batista's dictatorship, "60 years of American Dominance ended and the Cuban populace finally obtained political power."
Former President Fidel Castro who since July of 2007 has been way from the public due to illness was absent from the proceedings.
1/12/2009 8:01 P.M. Yomuiri Shinbun
Friday, January 02, 2009
中東戦争状態
http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/world/news/20090102-OYT1T00290.htm
One Week after Gaza Aerial Bombings: Gaza Death Toll at 430
Isreal-Fukushima Riyuki
On the 2nd, The Israeli Military has continued the bombing of Islamic Fundamentalist Society Hamas controlled region of Gaza, AFP News reports. The Palestinian death toll has now reached at least 430.
The aerial bombings commenced on December 27th and continued for one week. With Israel posturing for a invasion and ignoring the ceasefire on one hand and Hamas continuing rocket attacks on the other, the outlook for improvement looks bleak.
According to Reuters News Agency, Israel attacked the home of Hamas leader Nizar Rayyan on the 1st. He along with his wife and 7 children were killed.
The same day, while on visit in Paris, Israeli Foreign Minister Livini stated: "There is no humanitarian crisis in occurring in Gaza." She once again refused a French suggested "48 Hour Armistice" in order to deliver humanitarian aid.
On the 2nd, Israel who is gathering troops for a ground attack, has allowed the departure of several hundred foreigners living in Gaza, predominantly those who are Palestinian spouses and Palestinian children.
One Week after Gaza Aerial Bombings: Gaza Death Toll at 430
Isreal-Fukushima Riyuki
On the 2nd, The Israeli Military has continued the bombing of Islamic Fundamentalist Society Hamas controlled region of Gaza, AFP News reports. The Palestinian death toll has now reached at least 430.
The aerial bombings commenced on December 27th and continued for one week. With Israel posturing for a invasion and ignoring the ceasefire on one hand and Hamas continuing rocket attacks on the other, the outlook for improvement looks bleak.
According to Reuters News Agency, Israel attacked the home of Hamas leader Nizar Rayyan on the 1st. He along with his wife and 7 children were killed.
The same day, while on visit in Paris, Israeli Foreign Minister Livini stated: "There is no humanitarian crisis in occurring in Gaza." She once again refused a French suggested "48 Hour Armistice" in order to deliver humanitarian aid.
On the 2nd, Israel who is gathering troops for a ground attack, has allowed the departure of several hundred foreigners living in Gaza, predominantly those who are Palestinian spouses and Palestinian children.
米国政治
http://www.asahi.com/international/update/0101/TKY200901010049.html
US Congress Shaken by Obama Successor, Paroled Governor Defiantly Names Replacement.
1/1/2009; 12:35 p.m.
Washington-Umihara Kisai
The Local Political world's "Dirty Laundry" of President-Elect Obama's senate seat vacancy due to his election win is sending tremors throughout the U.S. Congress. As of December 30th, the Illinois State Governor has pushed through his nomination of the succeeding senator, but the situation has yet to be resolved.
In the center of this storm of controversy is State Governor Blagojevich (D-IL) who can by law, designate the successor to Obama's Senate vacancy. For misusing such authority to "auction off" Mr. Obama's Senate Seat, he was arrested by Federal Prosecutors on December 12th.
While within the Democratic Party, there have been successive calls for Mr. Obama to demand the governor's resignation, he has claimed innocence and refused to budge. Furthermore, he has named Former State Attorney General Burris (An African American) as Obama's successor.
In opposition to this, Democratic Senate Majority Leader Reid has refused the inauguration of Burris in the New Congressional Assortment in January. The Illinois Secretary of State whom is director of Election Records also intends to refuse Burris's certification.
The same day while on vacation in his home state of Hawaii, Mr. Obama unprecedentedly declared; "I agree with the Congressional Leaders' decision that a governor charged with corruption cannot be allowed to nominate. The most prudent action of replacement is the governor's resignation."
Mr. Obama had no dealings with the governor and because investigators only charged him, the problem does not spread to Obama's incoming administration. Despite that, these circumstances can't at all be desirable on the part of said administration.
US Congress Shaken by Obama Successor, Paroled Governor Defiantly Names Replacement.
1/1/2009; 12:35 p.m.
Washington-Umihara Kisai
The Local Political world's "Dirty Laundry" of President-Elect Obama's senate seat vacancy due to his election win is sending tremors throughout the U.S. Congress. As of December 30th, the Illinois State Governor has pushed through his nomination of the succeeding senator, but the situation has yet to be resolved.
In the center of this storm of controversy is State Governor Blagojevich (D-IL) who can by law, designate the successor to Obama's Senate vacancy. For misusing such authority to "auction off" Mr. Obama's Senate Seat, he was arrested by Federal Prosecutors on December 12th.
While within the Democratic Party, there have been successive calls for Mr. Obama to demand the governor's resignation, he has claimed innocence and refused to budge. Furthermore, he has named Former State Attorney General Burris (An African American) as Obama's successor.
In opposition to this, Democratic Senate Majority Leader Reid has refused the inauguration of Burris in the New Congressional Assortment in January. The Illinois Secretary of State whom is director of Election Records also intends to refuse Burris's certification.
The same day while on vacation in his home state of Hawaii, Mr. Obama unprecedentedly declared; "I agree with the Congressional Leaders' decision that a governor charged with corruption cannot be allowed to nominate. The most prudent action of replacement is the governor's resignation."
Mr. Obama had no dealings with the governor and because investigators only charged him, the problem does not spread to Obama's incoming administration. Despite that, these circumstances can't at all be desirable on the part of said administration.
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