UNICEF reports surge in child sex trafficking worldwide
UNICEF warns the global child sex trade grows with over one million youths trafficked annually for sexual exploitation. Kul Gautam notes progress in transport and Internet ironically worsens the situation as distribution of child pornography and easier movement of children expand.
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Caribbean Leaders Back Free Trade Zone Across Americas
Caribbean leaders endorsed a regional free trade zone from Alaska to Argentina while stressing safeguards for emerging economies. President Hugo Chavez urged considering alternatives to shield smaller economies from pressure by the United States and Canada amid ACS backing of the Free Trade Area of the Americas.
Guatemala City journalist Irma Flaquer Azurdia case reopened
Attorney General Adolfo Gonzalez said he is reopening the 1980 disappearance of Irma Flaquer Azurdia a columnist with La Nacion who was kidnapped on October 16 1980 reportedly by a right wing paramilitary group and whose son was killed during the kidnapping. Elsewhere Daniel Ortega renounces congressional immunity and faces rape allegations. Ali Adham Amhar a Canadian linked to Hezbollah faces extradition to the United States.
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Resolution says Iraq poses threat to U S allies
A House International Relations Committee resolution argues Iraq’s refusal to allow UN weapons inspectors poses a mounting threat to the United States and its allies. It urges immediate unconditional access and notes Saddam Hussein may have rebuilt programs since 1998.
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Bush moves to withdraw from ABM treaty tests
President Bush told congressional leaders he will withdraw from the 1972 Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty to pursue a missile defense. Democrats raise legal questions, while Daschle says the decision was disclosed before Congress. Russia warns unilateral action could unravel arms control.
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Cuban spy given life for plane deaths conspiracy
Gerardo Hernandez, 36, leader of a Cuban spy ring, was sentenced to life in prison for plotting to infiltrate U.S. bases and conspiring in the 1996 downing of four Brothers to the Rescue planes. Four others face related charges and potential life terms. The group denies wrongdoing and plans appeals.
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