Initially, I would point out that (due to the nature of politics) it is quite pointless to rely completely on that which we are informed of through the media, since we KNOW (or should) that such information that is filtered through to us , is easily manipulated by interested parties.
What one should do (in my opinion) is try to view certain scenarios from a different perspective, try placing oneself in the position of BOTH sides of any situation and consider the possibilities of distortion that are available in order to 'press a point'.
A source from 'Harare' has reported on the awful situation that now exists regarding the distribution of food aid to the needy of Zimbabwe.
We are informed that Robert Mugabe is preventing it and (in keeping with numerous other slurs on the President of that nation) naturally WE who are informed of the situation, are inclined to protest the inhumanity of such a practice.
However, according to the OTHER source, those who are actually contributing the aid, are putting restrictions on it's availability in that it is only accessible to those who are in opposition to Robert Mugabe's regime.
Furthermore, we are informed that certain 'Diplomats' have been arrested in certain areas, in one instance, an American vehicle was stopped and searched which resulted in the tyres of that vehicle being slashed (thus preventing delivery of whatever the contents were) together with a threat issued that the vehicle and the occupants would be burned.
It would appear (from the said 'Harare' source) that these 'Diplomats' were on their way to support a rally in opposition to the President.
I wonder what would be the outcome if (in the UK or elsewhere) a 'Diplomat' from any other nation was to stand on the rostrum and advocate the overthrow of the ruling party ?.
Robert Mugabe receives more bad publicity than any other political leader (currently) and it should occur to us that there must be an underlying reason for it, he has stripped the 'White Farmers' of their rights to own land in his nation and vowed that Zimbabwe will never again be ruled by the 'White Man', I must admit that I can see a little justice in his stance BUT (for the benefit of miltiades) that does not mean that I agree with whatever inhuman acts ARE or HAVE BEEN taking place in Zimbabwe (regardless of whosoever may be behind them).
If the Western powers are genuinely concerned with the welfare of the people of Zimbabwe, it would be simplicity itself to relieve all the suffering, unfortunatel there is little profit in such a genuine act therefore there MUST be an ulterior motive for allowing such suffering.
Failing that, why do they not impose their will upon that nation as they have done on others ?, could it be that there is nothing of real value to be extracted ?. (other than the establishment of more military bases).
I suspect that the 'Game Plan' is the usual one.
First we must establish another 'Puppet Democracy' and then we will render any assistance to the people necessary to ensure their gratitude, THEY will have their piece of bread WE will have complete control of their nation. (once again).
Robert Mugabe has already told the UK to 'Mind it's own business' (which is quite a fair comment when one considers the state of the UK currently).
Gordon Brown (subsequent to his disdainful broadcast on the Zimbabwean situation) was informed by President Mugabe that he (Gordon Brown) is 'a mere speck on the face of the earth' (as we ALL are) more 'Grist for the Mill' as far as Gordon is concerned I would imagine.
Worth THINKING about, in my humble opinion.
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