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The article discusses the future of the Republic of Sudan and a January 9, 2011 political referendum that will dictate whether it splits into 2 countries, north and south. The article questions whether a new nation will be born in peace or if war will result. Sudan's geographic location between Africa and Arabia is pointed to in explaining the differences in culture, race, and religion that exist in the north and south of Sudan. Worldwide effects of a prospective war in Sudan are discussed, noting refugees who will leave Sudan and economic interests in Sudan's natural resources.

The article looks at technological innovations which are helping to improve the health, economic, and social conditions of developing countries in Africa's desert regions. The author comments on how climate changes have led to droughts that have extended the desert areas. Wars in countries such as Somalia and Sudan are discussed, noting how similar they are to the competition between tribes for natural resources such as livestock or land. The economic conditions of desert regions are reviewed. Projects to restore farming lands in Africa are also discussed.

Focuses on the message U.S. President George W. Bush is trying to convey with respect to the war in Iraq while the American public and press question the progress made and military preparedness. Discussion of the administration's new message about resolve; View of the progress made by coalition forces as being stalled by guerrilla attacks and sand storms; Discussion of the expectations of the administration when entering the war; Recount of press conference.

Presents a view from the front lines with soldiers preparing to do battle with Iraq. Description of Kuwait's northern border, which has several thousands of U.S. and British troops preparing for war; Training exercises in which the troops are participating; Indications that the troops have finished intense training and are ready to begin the battle.

Discusses the United States strategy in executing a war on Iraq. Goals of armed forces within the first week of a military campaign that the U.S. hopes will convince the Iraqi military that resistance is futile; Comments from Army General Tommy Franks about the preparedness of soldiers; How the military strategy plans to use smart bombs in defeating Iraq. INSET: SEIZING KEY OBJECTIVES.

Discusses the United States-led war against the Taliban in Afghanistan. Bombardment of key cities, including Kabul, in order to help the Taliban opposition, the Northern Alliance; Pressure in the United States government and internationally to show results in the war or discontinue it; Increased bombing and release of additional ground troops by the United States to speed up the war; Public relations efforts to maintain support for the military.

Discusses protests by Asians to a possible military conflict in Iraq. Concerns about how a conflict would affect the region's economies; Recessions in many Asian nations; Possibility that terrorist will see the war as an excuse to strike back at U.S. and Western interests, including those in Asia; Effects of September 11, 2002 on the cost of war in Asia; Muslims in Asia who support Saddam Hussein of Iraq; Possibility that a war will fuel anti-American sentiments; Belief of Asian governments that if they back the war on terror they will be seen as puppets of the U.S.; Evidence that the United Nations has against Iraq; Threats posed by terrorist groups such as Jemaah Islamiah. INSET: THE FALLOUT.

This article discusses Somalia during 2007. The article states that Somalia is left destitute after decades of war, and has become a rumored home for several al-Qaeda officials. Somalian government officials are quoted stating that the nation needs to "start from scratch" in regards to restoring order and building a new government.

Focuses on preparations by United States special forces for a U.S.-led war against Iraq. How British and American commanders are getting Iraq ready for invasion; Indication that rebel and militia groups are being trained and supervised by U.S. troops; Use of propaganda by dropping leaflets and taping U.S. troops practicing urban warfare; Difficulty in reconnaissance in southern Iraq; Outlook for a spontaneous Shi'ite- and Iraqi-army uprising to oust Saddam Hussein.

Reports that United States troops at the Iraqi front are becoming frustrated by diplomatic delays and disconcerted by antiwar protests. Frustration of American troops training in Northern Kuwait; What U.S. military leaders want to avoid; Reactions of servicemen to antiwar protests; Size and scope of war preparations in Kuwait.

Focuses on preparations by United States special forces for a U.S.-led war against Iraq. How British and American commanders are getting Iraq ready for invasion; Indication that rebel and militia groups are being trained and supervised by U.S. troops; Use of propaganda by dropping leaflets and taping U.S. troops practicing urban warfare; Difficulty in reconnaissance in southern Iraq; Outlook for a spontaneous Shi'ite- and Iraqi-army uprising to oust Saddam Hussein.

Discusses the scenery of different war zones, including Kashmir. View that war journalists avoid discussing the beauty of the scenery when reporting on death; Thoughts on the torture and murder committed by Maoists in Nepal; Description of how those who live in war zones seem not to notice violence and destruction.