ETIMOR: Accused woman fears for life, seeks refuge in Australia
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East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta says he's considering taking the job of UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. President Ramos Horta, who was critically wounded in an attack at his house in the capital Dili, has acknowledged he's considering the position but is torn between the post and a sense of duty to his country. Meanwhile, the woman accused by President Jose Ramos-Horta of fostering rebel resistance in the country says she fears for her life. Angelita Pires was the girlfriend of rebel leader Alfredo Reinado who was killed by security forces during an attack on President Ramos Horta in February. Ms Pires is under investigation for her alleged role in the protracted guerrilla operation by Reinado who led a group of disaffected former soldiers demanding reinstatement into the military. Her family is asking Australia to provide safe haven.
Presenter: Karon Snowdon
Speaker: Antonio Pires, brother; Jose Ramos Horta, President East Timor
