Politics

Afghan Grand Council Meeting Delayed

The opening of the Afghan loya jirga, the grand tribal council called to set up a new government, was postponed a day due to a political dispute and logistical problems.

Limiting Executions

Elizabeth Brackett reports on the recent findings of an Illinois commission on the administration of the death penalty.

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Richard Armitage

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage says the threat of war between nuclear rivals India and Pakistan appears to be easing.

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U.S. Hostage Killed in Raid in the Philippines

U.S-trained Philippine troops raided a hideout on the island of Mindanao Friday, ending a year-long hostage crisis. One American hostage was freed, but her husband and a Filipino hostage were killed during the ensuing gunfight.

U.S. Official Says India-Pakistan Tensions Easing

Following separate meetings with the leaders of India and Pakistan, Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage said tensions between the nuclear-capable neighbors are beginning to ease, but the threat of war still looms in the embattled region.

White House Chief of Staff Andrew Card

The White House chief of staff talks about President Bush's plans for a new Cabinet post on homeland security and the FBI hearings on possible intelligence failures.

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Update: Security Shake-up

A report from Kwame Holman on President Bush's proposal for a new Cabinet post on homeland security.

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FBI Director, Whistleblower Testify Before Senate Committee

Testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee Thursday, FBI Director Robert Mueller promised an overhaul of the bureau, aimed at preventing future breakdowns in communication and further enabling the FBI's hunt for terrorists.

Israeli Forces Shell Arafat’s Ramallah Compound

Israeli tanks and troops stormed Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat's compound in Ramallah early Thursday in retaliation for Wednesday's suicide car bombing that killed 16 Israelis.