Indonesia frees radical Islamic cleric (June 15, 2006)
Indonesia set free radical imprisoned Islamic cleric Abu Bakar Baasyir convicted for his role in "a sinister conspiracy to cause a fire or explosion resulting in deaths" after he completed his prison term that was reduced to about 26 months from 30.<More>

Bangla to Buy Chinese Fighter Planes (February 25, 2006)
Bangladesh is planning to buy 16 fighter planes from China to augment its 65- fighter plane and 39-helicopter air force.<More>