Bush condemns violence over cartoons sparking protests
President Bush condemned deadly rioting over Prophet Muhammad cartoons and urged leaders to halt violence and protect embassies. He warned press freedom carries responsibility, while Iran and Syria were accused of inflaming sectarian tensions. Abdullah of Jordan urged peaceful protests amid rising global anger.
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Danish activist Akkari on cartoon protests and fallout
Ahmed Akkari a Danish Muslim scholar and activist recounts his failed bid to urge action over cartoons and the ensuing international backlash. He notes distorted messages spread via Internet and press sparked millions of Muslims to believe Denmark and Nordic countries insult Islam, prompting regret over the trip’s outcomes.
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First bird flu outbreak hits Nigeria and Africa
Africa’s first H5N1 outbreak is confirmed on a Kaduna state farm in Nigeria where 46 000 birds including chickens geese and ostriches were slaughtered. Officials seek international aid to contain spread while local poultry movements are banned and investigations continue into transmission routes.
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