Chavez says Russian warships arriving soon

Prior to the release of first official results on today´s local elections , Russian warships are expected to enter the long Venezuelan Caribbean coasts. Venezuela and Russia have increased their bilateral...

Spain's fascists holds rally in Madrid

While Spain still debates over the exhumation of common graves of disappeared people during General Franco´s fascist regime, his followers stage a rally to remember him in Madrid. Young democracy in Spain has not...

8 Israeli neo-Nazis sentenced to jail

Fascism is all over. Even in Israel a year ago, this Neo Nazi group shocked the world. They have now been sentenced for short time in jail for promoting racism and violence. " The Tel Aviv District Court...

Abbas threatens early elections

While Israel continues its blockade on Gaza strip despite International calls to end it, Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas threatens with early elections if talks between rival Hamas and Fatah do not...

Venezuelans vote in local elections

Early this morning, Venezuelans started queing to vote in local elections for state governors and regional and municipal legislators. Turnout is expected to be high but it is a cloudy day on many...

Russia to renew Cuba's oil industry

Just prior to the official visit of Russian President Dmitry Medvedev's to Cuba, Moscow has stated it would invest in oil and nickle industries. This announcement matches the renewed interest in Cuban future and...

Iran raises profile in Latin America

This article recalls various Iranian cooperation projects in Latin America and shows progress made with the left leaning governments. After years of neglect by the Bush administration, the Iranian presence in...

APEC leaders: Trade protectionism is road to ruin

As US President George W Bush made a stong advocacy towards capitalism, all nations agreed on keeping free trade. " LIMA, Peru (AP) - Leaders of 21 nations that comprise half the world's economy say it's vital not to abandon free trade _ no matter how punishing the global...

Iran: Labor minister to run for President

In a most surprising political move, Iranian Minister of Labour and Social Affairs Mohammad Jahromi entered the presidential race.  Jahromi is responsible for many current economic policies and failures....

Venezuela drenches as local elections draw near

Despite heavy rains two days ago, Venezuelans eagerly wait to cast their votes tomorrow at local elections. This election outcome are meaningful for incumbent and popular President Hugo Chavez....

Medvedev on Latin American tour

In what some analysts consider the return of a cold war era, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev starts a four-nation Latin American tour.  But, Cold War is long gone and Multi polarity seems to be the emerging...

Germany bans Hizbullah's TV station (UPDATED)

"UPDATES: BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) - The director of Hezbollah's satellite TV station says a German ban on the network violates international laws protecting media freedom.  Al-Manar TV Director Abdullah Kassir...

Gadhafi's son praises Libya-U.S. relations

As Libya continues to improve its relations with European and US, Saif al-Islam Gadhafi son of Libyan leader Col. Moammar Gadhafi is perceived again as the heir of the Green Revolution. Apparently, Saif...

Venezuela: 134 foreign observers to witness local polls

Aware of recent disputes in Nicaragua over the results of local elections, the Venezuelan Electorate Body (CNE) has invited 134 foreign observers to oversee the polls on Sunday 23 November 2008. Most...

Argentina passes pension takeover

Private pensions are no more in Argentina. The Senate approved the nationalisation of 10 bank-owned pension funds. This is political move which was heavily criticised by the opposition to no...
 

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