Suspicions Raised Over New Airstrip

Aerial photographs reveal that Zimbabwe is building an airstrip in a diamond field that was seized by the army 14 months ago, reports London's Daily Telegraph.

The airstrip is likely intended for weapons shipments, probably from China, which could be reimbursed with gems from the Chiadzwa diamond mines, according to unnamed diplomats and analysts.

There are other airfields in the mining area and no other obvious need for a mile-long runway for transport aircraft nearer to the...