Canadian Press – The Canadian navy has taken possession of its fourth and final Victoria-class submarine from the British navy. However, the process of equipping the boat with Canadian torpedo and fire-control systems will be delayed, as the navy’s behind-schedule submarine program struggles to get up to speed.
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Daily Archives: October 3, 2004
US Marines – Marines fight to free rebel city so Sunnis can vote
The Times – With the Marines in Ramadi.
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Geopolitics / South America – Breakdown in the Andes
Foreign Affairs – The southern Andes, long known for social volatility and economic disarray, is on the verge of chaos. This need not be cause for fatalism, however. By reengaging with the region, Washington could help turn the political crises plaguing Peru, Ecuador, and Bolivia into opportunities for change.
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