6.25.2006

BBC NEWS | In Depth

A map of the west bank-"determined" by Israel
BBC NEWS | In Depth

6.07.2006

BBC NEWS | Middle East | Gunmen kidnap 50 in Iraqi capital

"They took all the workers from the companies and nearby shops," he told the Associated Press news agency."-"The ministry of the interior has nothing to do with this arrest and especially not the commando forces and the forces of public order brigades who are not authorised to do such operations," Maj Gen Rashid Fulayah-

The rule of law, or even general order , in the capital city has
never materialized. I do believe there was an early window for a realist success-with the proper policies, but that gift is gone, and now here is where we stand-6000 bodies so far this year and 50 people get kidnapped-"The commander of the police commandos in Baghdad denied earlier reports that the raid was officially sanctioned"--right there. between chaos and collapse is where THEY are. We need regional cooperation-now! Unemployment, i believe is a root cause of unrest. The "security environment" is given as a counterpoint-but we are back to square 1. which comes first? Employment must be provided to those out of work. Would almost certainly contribute to stability. The masses of unrealized talent needs to be cultivated, which takes time that could be provided by such a policy. It seems so simple of an equation-although part of a master equation, this piece could fit nicely into the jewel of a world that would shine. kidnap 50 in Iraqi capital