Yemeni PM says Cole bombing suspects to face trial soon
Prime Minister Abdul-Karim al-Iryani said next month will see trial for at least three and possibly up to six Yemeni suspects linked to the USS Cole attack. He cited involvement of international terrorist elements and noted Ramadan timing may delay proceedings. The Oct. 12 bombing killed 17 sailors and injured 39 as the ship refueled at Aden.
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Retired Navy officer Edmond Pope jailed on spy charges
MOSCOW AP US businessman Edmond Pope was sentenced to 20 years in a Moscow court for espionage in a case critics call biased. The White House and State Department voiced strong opposition, citing lack of evidence and urging release. Pope, 54, contends the torpedo plans he gathered were not classified and probes his medical needs amid confinement.
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