Year in Review, 2009: World News
Updated August 5, 2020 |
Infoplease Staff
Major World News Stories of 2009
by Beth Rowen
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With the ongoing wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and the continued unrest Pakistan and Iran, the Middle East dominated news headlines in 2009. Eyes were also on Honduras after President Manuel Zelaya was ousted in a coup. Here's a look at some of the world's hotspots in 2009.
Presidential Election Marred by Fraud in AfghanistanObama announces revised strategy as violence there intensifies
President of Honduras Overthrown in a CoupPresident Manuel Zelaya accused of trying to rewrite constituion in his favor
Opposition Challenges Presidential Election Results in IranGovernment widely criticized for crackdown on protesters
U.S. Diminishes Its Role in IraqIraq begins to assume responsibility for security
Peace Remains Elusive for Israelis and PalestiniansNegotiations stall with settlement activity a major sticking point
Taliban Gains Strength in PakistanPresident Asif Ali Zardari's fragile government faces many challenges
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