Turkish court sentences Kurdish leader to death
Abdullah Ocalan of the Kurdish movement was sentenced to death by hanging in a Turkish court on Imrali Island. Relatives cheered while supporters mourned and a girl reportedly set herself on fire in Istanbul. EU states urged against execution citing human rights concerns. the United States closed two Turkish consulates amid possible violence. Death sentences in Turkey are automatically appealed.
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Independent counsel law dies after 21-year life
Washington reports the independent counsel statute from 1978 expires amid bipartisan debate over its cost and power. Critics say it shifted too much authority to prosecutors while supporters note tighter checks exist through oversight and impeachment processes. The law’s end returns policy to pre 1978 practices and leaves decisions to Congress and the courts.
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Indians storm mountaintop as fight with guerrillas rages
Indian troops moved up the 15 500 foot Point 4700 near the Line of Control engaging guerrillas in fierce combat. Casualties rose to at least 46 as the assault aimed to secure the peak and support efforts against Tiger Hill nearby.
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