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07 Feb

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File image of Predator MQ-1 drone

US Congress to get drone documents

US officials agree to release to Congress documents justifying drone strikes on Americans suspected of working with terrorist groups.

Dymond: Drones back in spotlight

Viewpoint: Conspiracy of silence

Modern war and drones

How do drones work?


Strike called over Tunisia killing

Unions call for general strike over opposition leader’s murder as ruling party rejects PM’s move to dissolve government.

Last Modified: 07 Feb 2013 16:00 GMT

Africa


Sexual abuse of children ‘rampant’ in India

 Human Rights Watch report says abuse “disturbingly common”, especially in schools and state-run child care facilities.
 Last Modified: 07 Feb 2013 12:51 GMT

Central & South Asia

Guatemala’s soaring crimes against women

 Macho culture blamed in part for few being booked for the killings of 700 women last year.

Orthodox corruption?

 People & Power

07 Feb 2013 15:25 GMT
 After decades of suppression, the Russian Orthodox Church appears to be back in favour with the country’s leadership.
John Brennan

Legal rationale for US drone killings to be released

50-page document to be given to Senate intelligence committee in attempt to ease pressure on Brennan

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