Czech PM in U.S. to finalise missile shield deal
Published: 27 February, 2008, 23:35
Czech Prime Minister Mirek Topolanek is in the U.S. to finalise the agreement for his country to host the missile defence shield. Russia is strongly opposed to the plans, saying they would threaten its security interests. The Czech authorities have dismis
Meanwhile, Poland claims talks being held with Washington this week will be key, in deciding whether the country will host part of the U.S. shield.
Jan Tamas, spokesman for the Czech opposition initiative “No to Bases”, says the move is likely to sour his country's relations with both Russia and the EU.
Kosovo Serbs turn to peaceful ways to demonstrateNATO is reinforcing the border between Kosovo and Serbia following recent clashes. Meanwhile, Kosovo Serbs have turned to peaceful ways of expressing their disagreement over Kosovo’s independence. The alliance is also trying to be creative, deploying sold |
U.S. and Czechs close to missile dealEnvironmental issues appear to be the only obstacle to America using Czech soil for part of its planned anti-missile radar in Eastern Europe. Czech Prime Minister Mirek Topolanek and George Bush have hinted about a deal soon during a meeting in Washington |

