Anti-China Drama at the Olympic Torch Relay

BBC Report (6 April): 'Torch Carries Tibet Debate to UK'

- Protests in London disrupts the relay as the Olympic Torch passes through London en route to the Beijing Olympics. There are 2 groups, the anti-China group protesting against the human right violations in Tibet and the pro-China protestors claiming that the Western media has been twisting the facts. More attention is now cast upon the Tibetan issue.

(Note: This increased publicity is probably due to the fact that many 'Free Tibet' organisations are based in London. But increased awareness on Tibet is great regardless.)

CNN Report (7 April): 'Olympic Torch Extinguished During Paris Leg'

- Continued protests as the Olympic Torch goes through Paris.

(Note: There are rumours that French President Sarkozy is boycotting the Olympics opening ceremony unless certain conditions are met by China with regards to Tibet. But his office has not confirmed this.)

CNN Report (7 April): 'IOC president "very concerned" about Tibet'

- International Olympic Committee head Jacques Rogge expresses concern over Tibet but continues to downplay talk of boycotting the Olympics.