US Warns of Nepal Maoist Takeover
The United States has warned of a Maoist takeover in Nepal unless the king and mainstream political parties end their stand-off. US Ambassador to Nepal James Moriarty said the deepening rift between the king and the parties was only benefiting the Maoist rebels. King Gyanendra sacked a multi-party government and seized direct control of Nepal last year. The political parties have taken to the streets in protest against the move. Full Story