STORY: Who is Viktor Bout, the Russian arms dealer jailed in the United States?The 55-year-old has been dubbed “the merchant of death” and “the sanctions buster” for his ability to get around arms embargoes.For almost two decades, Bout became the world’s most notorious arms dealer, selling weapons to rogue states, rebel groups and murderous warlords in Africa, Asia and South America.His notoriety even inspired a Hollywood film starring Nicholas Cage.Now, he's been linked to a possible swap for two U.S. She also suggested bringing the issue to the attorney general's office, which is tasked with overseeing public employees in Colombia, to punish authorities who encouraged this 'abnormal' event.īeauty contests are popular in Colombia, where pageant queens often compete at high levels in international competitions like Miss Universe and Miss World, as well as in smaller local events.

Plazas said she was consulting 'with lawyers on taking appropriate action' against the event organizers, as well as against sponsors and parents. 'The Little Miss Thong competition is shameful and totally violates the rights of the girls! How horrible and irresponsible of the parents,' Cristina Plazas, director of Colombia's family welfare institute, tweeted. The competition, which Galeano emphasized has 'always had the support and permission of parents,' has sparked heated debate on Twitter. 'It is giving the children the importance they deserve,' the mayor said, and letting them be included 'in all cultural and sports activities.' 'We are simply promoting the defense of the body, of body care,' she said.

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