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Drug-related killings in Mexico down 26% in first quarter of the year

Drug-related killings in Mexico down 26% in first quarter of the year

In the first three months of 2009, drug-related killings in Mexico were recorded at total 2,644 cases or 26% less than the previous three months, said Alejandro Rubido, government spokesman on security matters. The statistics prove that the violence of organized crime in Mexico has dipped. The Security Cabinet attributes the significant reduction in [...]
Picturesque Swat Valley turns into Taliban’s hell-hole

Picturesque Swat Valley turns into Taliban’s hell-hole

Peace has eluded beautiful Swat valley for past two years. The once buzzing tourist spot became bloodied after two years of constant fighting between Taliban militants and Pakistani troops. Taliban even bombed the famous mountainous international resort at the valley to stamp out all “un-Islamic activities”. Finally rebels have agreed to ceasefire. [...]