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Tom's Take
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In today’s AMANPOUR., we will be examining the U.S. use of armed drones in Afghanistan and Pakistan to attack Taliban and Al Qaeda targets. Are the drone attacks effective at killing terrorist leaders or are they counterproductive because of the number of civilians who have also been killed? And are the strikes a legitimate form of warfare even when conducted by the CIA or are they targeted assassinations as critics assert? There is also some other news on Afghanistan to tell you about this morning. Here are my perspectives on that and other stories making headlines this morning.
Tom Evans; Sr. Writer, AMANPOUR.
AFGHANISTAN – Has U.S. President Barack Obama finally made a decision on a troop increase?
– White House says an Obama announcement will come “within days”
– W.H.: president has all the information he wants and needs to make his decision
– U.S. commander in Afghanistan, General Stanley McChrystal, has asked for as many as 40,000 additional troops
– But call for big troop increase has met with strong opposition in some quarters of the Obama Admin., reportedly including Vice President Joe Biden and the U.S. ambassador in Kabul
QUESTION: Will the U.S. Congress and public support any increase in U.S. troop strength in Afghanistan, if that’s what President Obama proposes? FULL POST
U.S. & E.U. policy toward Cuba:
So what type of policies should world governments have toward Cuba? Share your thoughts and comments here:
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The exclusive interview with the Afghanistan’s Minister of Interior that dealt with combating claims of corruption from a Karzai rival and former presidential candidate proved popular among Amanpour’s audience. Most commentary included a variety of mixed reactions combined with concern and “hope for the best” by the majority of viewers.
What are your thoughts on the program and what other viewers are saying? Please leave your comments:
CNN MAILBOX
- I think the solution to Israel's continued snub to the new American president is to use the "money card". No more foreign aid until these settlements are completed halted. I am sure the general public is not aware of how much foreign aid goes to Israel every year – that we know of – 3.5 billion dollars for a country of less than 8,000 people. My calculator does not compute that high, but sounds like a sweet deal for the Israelis. I am sure we can use this money in USA for health care.
– Patricia Shamseldin FULL POST
Tom's Take
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On AMANPOUR. today, what should the world do about Cuba? Most countries agree that the 50-year-old U.S. policy of political isolation and economic sanctions is a relic of the Cold War and simply does not work. But is that policy changing? Also, on November 18, Human Rights Watch released a damming report describing human rights abuses in Cuba. Yet the report also calls on the U.S. to shift from a policy of outright regime change to a policy of working with Cuba’s current government to promote human rights, and lift its embargo. Christiane examines the options for addressing Cuba in today’s show. There are of course other headlines in the news today. Here are my perspectives on some other stories.
– Tom Evans; Sr. Writer, AMANPOUR.
IRAN – Will the Iranian president’s visit to Brazil give Tehran more influence in Latin America?
– Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad will visit Brasilia today for talks with Brazilian president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva
– It’s the Iranian president’s first visit to Brazil, which also maintains close ties with Israel and other countries trying to slow Tehran’s nuclear ambitions
– Da Silva says it’s not a good idea to “corner” Iran
– Critics say visit will simply give Tehran more legitimacy after disputed elections in June and subsequent violent crackdown on pro-democracy protesters
QUESTION: Will Ahmadinejad’s visit to Brasilia enhance Brazil’s global image or damage U.S.-Brazilian ties? FULL POST
Tom's Take
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On AMANPOUR. today, we will focus on J Street, a new Jewish American lobbying group, that is for the first time openly challenging the legendarily all-powerful AIPAC – and seeking to change the way Washington deals with Israel. Will this group fundamentally shift the dialogue about U.S. policy in the Middle East? Or will it drift to the margins and become irrelevant? That’s not the only topic we are looking at today. Here are some perspectives on some other news in the headlines.
Tom Evans
Sr. Writer, AMANPOUR.
AFGHANISTAN – Has U.S. President Obama settled on a new strategy for Afghanistan?
– Sources tell CNN President Obama will announce new strategy and troop levels after Thanksgiving Holiday in the U.S., which is next Thursday
– Announcement will follow yesterday’s inauguration of President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan in Kabul for a second five year term
– Karzai saying he wants Afghan security forces to take the lead in security within five years
– Violence continues, with a suicide bombing in far west of Afghanistan killing at least 13 and wounding many others, including children
QUESTION: Will President Obama announce an exit strategy from Afghanistan at the same time as he makes announcement on troop levels? FULL POST
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Emotional discussions were exchanged regarding the powerful talk Joseph Sebarenzi shared with Christiane Amanpour. The Rwandan genocide that killed Sebarenzi’s entire family, 800,000 other Tutsis and put Sebarenzi on the path to become a member of parliament and a specialist on conflict resolution caused sympathy among all viewers. “Forgive and forget” was the common phrase used by many and debate around the history of this genocide was present:
Below, you will see some opinions from viewers like yourself.
That would be good news, provided he now works for the good of Rwanda, and not for the Tutsis or the Hutus or anyone else. For he has been elected a a Member of the Rwandan Parliament. And at the same time, he will also need to be aware that the national interest of Rwanda will be best served through meaningful cooperation with the international community, including Rwanda's African neighbours, provided that cooperation is mutual, benefits the people and the nation's resources (now and in the future), helps the cause of good governance, and enhances the dignity, self-respect and sense of humanity of the citizens of Rwanda. FULL POST
Hamid Karzai's Inauguration Speech:
Using: Wordle
The Art of War in Afghanistan:
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By Vladimir Duthiers
“War is of vital importance to the state. It is a matter of life and death. A road to either safety or to ruin. Hence, it is a matter to be pondered carefully.”
One might think that the above quote came from a recent speech by U.S. President Barack Obama – eloquently providing the public with some insight into the grave deliberations he and his staff are going through concerning the recent developments in Afghanistan.
But you’d be off by 2500 years. FULL POST
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