Senate Panel Backs Goss for CIA Head Nomination
The Senate Intelligence Committee voted 12 to 4 to approve Rep Porter Goss of Florida as CIA chief amid Democratic objections that the pick is too political. The nomination moves to the full Senate for likely confirmation as early as this week.
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Security Council reform tops U N agenda amid push for permanent seats
UN Security Council faces a shake up as Japan, India and Germany press for permanent seats ahead of a major UN panel report. Brazil, Germany and India negotiate closed talks while Africa debates a regional seat. Kofi Annan backs reforms to the council and a sweeping policy paper to guide 21st century action.
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Haiti Flood Death Toll Surges After Tropical Storm Jeanne
Haiti reels from Tropical Storm Jeanne as floodwaters surge through Gonaives and surrounding regions. Officials fear hundreds dead with tens of thousands homeless. bodies and debris clutter streets while water recedes to reveal contamination and destroyed homes. UN and local officials warn of mass graves as relief begins.
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Haitians Struggle After Flooded General Hospital Losses
About 34 of 250 bodies at General Hospital morgue identified. Dr Daniel Rubens of the International Red Cross says many victims are children. Emergency officials warn the death toll will rise as reports arrive from outlying areas in Haiti. The UN and aid groups report widespread displacement and search for doctors as Brazilian and Jordanian peacekeepers assist in relief efforts.
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Plutonium Shipment to France for MOX Fuel Use
U S nuclear warhead plutonium bound for France aboard armed freighters will be converted into MOX fuel for five reactors under a post Cold War disarmament plan. Greenpeace warns of risks from use of weapons grade plutonium, while Areva stands to gain 250 to 800 million dollars in the first phase. A plutonium processing plant is planned near Aiken South Carolina.
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