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We applaud the efforts of the African Union and Commonwealth Election Observers’ who, inspite of the smear campaign that characterised the countdown to the November 24th Presidential Election critically observed our solemn political process and in the final analysis gave history a fair writing. Their conclusion that the election was free, fair and transparent is indeed an honest accolade as every sober-minded person conscious of the political trend of this country knows that Gambia’s political process is among the most free and transparent in the region.

Defamation probe may see RTÉ heads roll | Irish Examiner.

RESIGNATIONS in RTÉ are not being ruled out after the Government announced an investigation into the defamation of Fr Kevin Reynolds by the national broadcaster. Read more: http://www.irishexaminer.com/ireland/defamation-probe-may-see-rte-heads-roll-174786.html#ixzz1eXTMl23g

Russia warns West against ‘unacceptable’ sanctions on Iran – Haaretz Daily Newspaper | Israel News.

Gambia Elections: A Foregone Conclusion? | Think Africa Press.

The lack of unity or co-ordination among the various Gambian opposition parties means there is no viable alternative to Jammeh. Whether they would have the opportunity to pose a solid contest were they to exist is another matter altogether, but forming a tangible and cohesive opposition has proved to be an elusive affair.

Liberia’s Electoral Stand-off.

Neither President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf nor her presidential challenger Winston Tubman are adding to their personal luster following the Liberian elections. Johnson-Sirleaf is defending the Liberia National Police shutdown of three opposition media entities (a radio station and two television networks) that reported on the riot in which three people died the day before the elections. In an address to the nation, President Johnson-Sirleaf said the police moved to “prevent incitement.” But, the Press Union of Liberia does not accept that justification and has urged her administration to stop intimidation of the media.

Trouble over Tehran – By Aaron David Miller | Foreign Policy.

Five reasons that Israel and the United States might want to think long and hard about preemptively striking Iran’s nuclear facilities.