London attacks overshadow G8 summit

YESTERDAY’S events in London have overshadowed debate on the G8 summit’s two major issues: global warming and increased aid to fight poverty in Africa.

Now, today’s final session seems just as likely to be dominated by discussions on the war on terrorism.

Advocacy groups, however, were hopeful the summit could get back on track. “The violence in London only underscores the need for a strong G8 action on Africa,” said John Brennan with the Washington-based Bread for the World.