1.  For how many years has Robert Mugabe ruled Zimbabwe?

2.  a) What is the International Crisis Group (ICG)?
b) What two groups have begun negotiating a plan to prevent Mugabe from extending his presidency, according to the ICG's report on Zimbabwe?

3.  How has president Mugabe treated his political opponents this week?

4.  How do the official reactions of Zimbabwe's neighbors South Africa and Zambia differ from that of the U.S.?

5.  What caused key leaders in Mugabe's party to become alienated and begin negotiations with the opposition party, according to the ICG's report?

6.  What does the ICG's report conclude about Mugabe's rule?