UN workers freed after three weeks in Afghanistan
Three UN workers kidnapped in Kabul have been released unharmed after more than three weeks in captivity. They are in good condition, undergoing medical checks at a NATO field hospital in Kabul. The October 28 abductions involved a Philippine diplomat, a British Irish citizen, and a Kosovo national, with authorities noting a possible criminal gang and ransom negotiations.
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Congo sexual abuse allegations challenge UN peacekeepers
The United Nations investigates about 150 allegations of sexual abuse by peacekeepers in Congo, including pedophilia and rape, signaling continued misconduct risks despite anti abuse efforts. Officials say investigations are formal in many cases, with checks expanding to 15 other UN missions worldwide.
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British thwarted Sept 11 style terror plots in UK
British security services reportedly stopped planned Sept. 11 style attacks aimed at Heathrow Airport and Canary Wharf in London. Reports cite unidentified sources and offer few details on timing or execution. The plots were linked to al Qaida, with other plans including training pilots for suicide missions. ITV News and the Daily Mail published the claims.
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UN EU to take over peacekeeping in Bosnia
The U N Security Council voted unanimously to shift peacekeeping duties in Bosnia from NATO’s SFOR to the European Union next month. The transfer will withdraw over 1,000 U S troops and replace them with EU forces led by Major General David Leakey, with Finland providing the largest contingent. Dec 2 marks the handover as NATO declines to 7,000 troops amid years of postwar stabilization.
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Bush reaffirmed drug fight in Colombia amid heavy security
President Bush praised Colombia's crackdown on coca cultivation and guerrillas while pledging to sustain a 3.3 billion Plan Colombia aid package. Uribe cited progress but warned the serpent remains alive as patrols and air cover supported the visit. Bush also urged Iran to allow verification of its nuclear activities.
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Iran halts uranium enrichment amid IAEA scrutiny
Iran says it has halted uranium enrichment as of today after converting some uranium to feedstock. IAEA head ElBaradei and Bush voiced cautious reactions while Britain welcomed the move, seen as reducing pressure for UN Security Council referral ahead of an IAEA board meeting.
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