Burning Koran protests spark global debate and critique
The article critiques Rev. Terry Jones plans to burn Korans on the ninth anniversary of 9/11, noting White House pressure and worldwide protests. It argues Islamists' intolerance, calls for Western tolerance, and questions the impact of book burning on conflict and security.
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New York City
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Arctic oil deal edges toward Barents seabed drilling
Gwynne Dyer argues that a September signing by Sergei Lavrov and Jonas Gahr Store will settle the Russia Norway dispute over Arctic seabed rights in Murmansk. While ruling out military clash, the accord opens Barents Sea drilling amid harsh conditions, climate concerns, and high oil prices. The piece contrasts Russia and Norway reputations, traces wider geopolitics, and notes unresolved claims with the United States and Canada.
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Prth
Alaska
Canada
Yukon
Soviet Union
Eduard Shevardnadze
James Baker
Siberia
Duma
US Senate
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