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Interesting and multi-faceted CNN article reports a disturbing trend:
Are some countries abusing Interpol?
Among the countries abusing Interpol's powers: Pakistan; China; Iran; Venezuela; Russia; Sri Lanka; Tunisia; Bahrain.
Are some countries abusing Interpol?
(much, much more at CNN link above)(CNN) -- If taunting were a crime, Shahram Homayoun would certainly have to plead guilty.
After fleeing Iran in 1992 and moving to Los Angeles, Homayoun started a satellite television station, Channel One, to beam a message of civil resistance into the homes of Iranians.
Over the years, his audience has scribbled his slogan, Ma Hastim ("We exist" in Farsi) on Iranian walls and bridges to promote democracy in the country.
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Yes, Homayoun is definitely a troublemaker.
"Apparently, the Interpol thinks so, too," he said in a recent interview.
At the request of Iran, which charged Homayoun with inciting terrorism, Interpol issued a Red Notice in December 2009 requesting Homayoun's arrest.
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Among the countries abusing Interpol's powers: Pakistan; China; Iran; Venezuela; Russia; Sri Lanka; Tunisia; Bahrain.