NEWS FROM THE AXIS OF EVIL

Here are some news items from three members of the axis of evil. I include Hong Kong due to the fact that it "belongs" to communist China.

• North Korean blast not a nuclear test. Read Rebecca MacKinnon's post, Marmot's excellent explosion coverage.
• Iran seeing opportunities to capitalize on turmoil in Iraq. Read Steve Forbes' article, Ticking Bomb. [Via Free Iran News.]
• After Hong Kong Election, China Faces New Calculus. Read Simon's post, The results.