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Richard Holbrooke Dies 14 December 2010Former BBC correspondent Martin Bell: "This is a huge loss to American diplomacy"Tributes to Richard Holbrooke Veteran US diplomat Richard Holbrooke has died following a second round of surgery to treat a torn aorta. Mr Holbrooke was best-known for helping to broker the Dayton Peace agreement in 1995 which ended the Bosnian war. At the time of death he was President Barack Obama's special envoy to Afghanistan and Pakistan. Mr Obama called the 69-year-old, who was known for bringing warring leaders to the negotiating table, a "true giant of American foreign policy". Mr Holbrooke was meeting Secretary of State Hillary Clinton at the US state department on Friday morning when he collapsed. He was rushed to the US capital's George Washington University Hospital, where he underwent a 21-houroperation to repair a tear in his aorta - the largest artery in the human body, which carries oxygenated bloodfrom the heart. Mr Holbrooke's death comes as the Obama administration prepares to make public its latestreview of US policy in Afghanistan and Pakistan later this week.Mr Holbrooke was focused on the challenges in the region until his final breath, according to reports. As theveteran diplomat was led into surgery, he is reported to have turned to the Pakistani surgeon at his side andappealed for an end to the war in Afghanistan. Following the news of his death, Mr Obama said: "Michelleand I are deeply saddened by the passing of Richard Holbrooke, a true giant of American foreign policy whohas made America stronger, safer and more respected.
Kim GhattasBBC News, WashingtonFrom the day he was appointed special envoy to Afghanistan and Pakistan, Richard Holbrooke played a central role shaping the policy and making sure the Pentagon, the state department and USAID were all on the same page. He was indefatigable, determined and incredibly well-informed about the details. He rubbed many people the wrong way, including Afghan President Hamid Karzai. When he was asked in the US Congress what success would look like in Afghanistan he answered: "We'll know it when we see it." But he was one of the first to say publicly that the US strategy in Afghanistan needed to be fixed. His absence will be felt at the state department and around Washington, as well as in Pakistan and Afghanistan. Diplomats here say he leaves behind a strong team and a strategy that is in a "good phase". "He was a truly unique figure who will be remembered for his tireless diplomacy, love of country, and pursuit of peace."Mrs Clinton also paid tribute to Mr Holbrooke's service, saying the US had lost "one of its fiercest champions and most dedicated public servants". "He was one of a kind - a true statesman - and that makes his passing all the more painful," she said in a statement.Mr Holbrooke was named by Mr Obama as his special representative to Afghanistan and Pakistan shortly after the president took office in January 2009. Obama said: Mr Holbrooke was "true giant of American foreign policy". Since moving into that position under the Obama administration, he had led the difficult task of pushing Kabul and Islamabad to work together against al-Qaeda and Taliban militants.BBC diplomatic correspondent Bridget Kendall says Mr Holbrooke was famous for his blunt speaking behind the scenes, despite his handshakes and careful courtesy in public. Analysts had said the veteran diplomat could one day serve as a future secretary of state. Mr Holbrooke's deputy, Frank Ruggiero, is expected to stand in for him in the interim.
Richard Holbrooke was born 24.04.1941 in New York. Time not known so noon used.Looking at his chart we can see there are a number of planets in fixed signs, indicating someone who does not give up easily.The Sun conjunct Venus in Taurus square Pluto in Leo is an indication of his relentless and determined effort to succeed in his many peace negotiations. Jupiter and Saturn square Mars in Aquarius and show not only his ability for detailed planning but also for his no-nonsense, direct approach to those who were unwilling to cooperate. This Mars is particularly strong as the single planet in one half of the chart. The aspect of Jupiter conjunct Uranus sextile Chiron (conjunct Pluto) trine Neptune shows his intellectual ability, his compassionate nature and his insight as to the way forward. The negotiations and blunt speaking on behalf of those who were victims in war-torn countries is attributed to the square from Chiron/Pluto to Mercury in Aries.
Richard Holbrooke24 April 1941, 12.00pmNew York. USA40N042' 74W023'
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