Talks Under Way One Sunni Official Nemed in Warrant.

Authors :: Rubin, Alissa J.
Source :: New York Times. 6/28/2007, Vol. 156 Issue 53989, pA8-A8. 1/3p.
Publication Year :: 2007
Abstract: The article reports that some Sunni Arab leaders are negotiating with the government of Iraq regarding the arrest warrant issued for Iraqi culture minister Asad al-Hashimi. Hashimi has been accused of plotting the attempt to assassinate Sunni politician Mithal al-Alusi in 2005. According to Alaa Makki, a Sunni Arab who is leading the negotiation, the demands of the leaders include release of Hashimi's guards, restoration of Hashimi's good name, and an independent investigation committee.