Nothing says Olympic spirit quite like threats of violence. But of course, this is the Beijing Olympics that we're talking about and the rules have changed a bit different this time. Criticism is not allowed but blind approval will be gladly accepted if not encouraged.
Nepal has given its security personnel permission to shoot pro-Tibet demonstrators during China's Olympic flame climb to Mount Everest's summit early next month.
"About 25 soldiers and policemen have established camps on the mountain and they have been ordered to use force if necessary to stop any anti-Chinese activities," Mod Raj Dotel, spokesman for the home ministry, said Sunday. "This could mean shooting if necessary."
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