Indignant, up to a point

Article Abstract:

The arrest of Augusto Pinochet, former dicator in Chile, does not appear likely to endanger democracy in Chile. Pinochet was arrested in Britain, and some of his supporters have carried out anti-British demonstrations, and armed groups from the political right may seek revenge. The security council supports the government, but the political right could try civil disobedience and claim that this means that Chile cannot be governed without Pinochet. Spain is seeking to try Pinochet, and Spain and Britain are two key foreign investors in Chile, so businessmen are not likely to back calls for an end to diplomatic relations with Spain and Britain.

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The law's web

Article Abstract:

Former dictator of Chile, Augusto Pinochet, is subject of extradition proceedings in London, England, where a hearing on whether he should be sent to Spain is being held. Spanish magistrate, Baltazar Garzon, has filed charges on several cases of torture for which Pinochet denies responsibility. He could seek to be returned to Cile on grounds of poor health, or the Chilean government could appeal to an international court, challenging Spain's right to try Pinochet. Pinochet could also travel to Spain himself and hope that the case will be abandoned, or he could seek to defend himself in a court in Spain.

Spain, Spanish foreign relations, Chilean foreign relations

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Arresting Pinochet

Article Abstract:

Former Chilean dictator, Augusto Pinochet, presided over torture and murder which violated international conventions. There are fears that this arrest could mean that other dictators will not leave their countries for fear of arrest, but amnesties are possible when there is a move toward democracy. There is a need for an international court to try these cases, and the US opposes the setting up of such a court. Laws should be applied when they are in line with international treaties.

Editorial

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