Was the latest IAEA report a victory for Iran?

The United States that goes to the war in Iraq on false reasons are again guilty of making up excuses to wage war with Iran. This time, the US wants war with Iran’s nuclear issues as an excuse. The US should ignore Mahmoud Amadinejad’s rhetoric against the west and Israel. Populist leaders like Amadinejad, Chavez and Castro love making speeches against the west for their people who love listening to them. The IAEA report is a big slap on the US face.

Added Al Jazeera English Website: Tuesday, 26 February 2008, 01:08 PM GMT

Should Chavez be involved in mediation efforts with the Farc?

It’s difficult for Colombia and third party countries like the US and EU to deal with terror organizations like the FARC. These countries have policy of not negotiating with the terror organization.

The Colombian government should give humanitarian consideration in the case of FARC hostages without giving too much leverage to the FARC guerillas. The only solution of the Colombian insurgency is if the Colombian government gets tougher and declares an all out war against drug production. Drug trade in Colombia is the lifeblood of the FARC rebels.

Hugo Chavez’s involvement in the release of the hostages should be commended. The hostages suffered so much under the FARC rebels and Chavez worked hard for their release. However, FARC should be answerable for the crimes they committed under Colombian and International laws.

Added Al Jazeera English Website: Tuesday, 26 February 2008, 01:09 PM GMT

What impact will Fidel Castro’s resignation have?

Raul Castro, who has been Cuba’s acting President since July 2006 is the presumed successor of the seasoned leader Fidel Castro. It’s too early to say what will happen to Cuba with Raul in power but for now I don’t see drastic changes in the way Cuba will be run.

Fidel Castro, who has hundreds of human rights violations in his name, survived US pressures, Cold War, trade embargo and CIA backed assassination attempts. His greatest legacy in the world politics is his guts to go against the wishes of the imperial United States.

Added Al Jazeera English: Tuesday, 19 February 2008, 02:07 PM GMT

What will independence mean for Kosovo?

Kosavar Independence is long overdue. The Kosovo Albanian have suffered from ethnic cleansing, discrimination and famine under the Serbian regime. It is not only right but proper to recognize their independence. The Kosovar did not get justice since the mastermind of ethnic cleansing Slobodan Milošević, died before his trial at The Hague released a verdict. Serbia, Russia and China may not recognize the newest country in the world because of their personal interests in Kosovo claiming technicalities and breaches in the international law. However the strong backing of US, UN and EU member nations legitimize Kosovo’s independence.

Kudos to the people of Kosovo, live free and celebrate!

Added Al Jazeera English: Tuesday, 19 February 2008, 07:13 AM GMT