Analysis: Power Transition In North Korea
Yesterday, it was announced that North Korea’s leader Kim Jong-Il is suffering from a life threatening pancreatic cancer. This was reported by YTN, a South Korean news station. YTN based their report from unidentified sources from both China and South Korea.
President Obama Defines ‘Core Mission’ In Afghanistan
While in Africa, President Obama gave an exclusive interview to UK’s Sky News. At the front and center of it was the war in Afghanistan, and the President’s assessment of the situation on the ground.
Obama Visits Ghana
Today, President Obama will wrap up his trip by a visit to Ghana. This marks the President’s first visit to Sub-Saharan Africa since elected as US President.
Progress On Climate Change at G8, But More Talk Than Real Actions
Today, President Obama will chair the key talks on climate change between the G8 nations and the leaders of emerging countries such as India, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa and China.
G8 Summit Starts In Earthquake Affected Town
The three day G8 summit starts today in the town of Aquila. The Italian town was the epicenter of a deadly earthquake that took place last April.
Some critics view the chosen venue by Italian Prime Minister Berlusconi as a publicity stunt, and as one more effort to distract attention from the lurid sex scandal that has partially compromised Berlusconi’s international standing.
