The cables described their president as one of the most corrupt and a complete liar, and nothing he says of announces is a farce.

But the same cable described an interview with an elderly couple who had fled the Mozote area.

The cables describe a country where everything is for sale.

The cable described the students as likely government infiltrators of campus organizations.

The cables described the "10,000 to 15,000 helmeted armed troops" moving into the city, some of whom were "carrying automatic weapons".

As appropriate, the reporting cable should also describe any specific follow-up action needed by post, Department, or the foreign government.

A cable from February 2010 describes him as "increasingly sure-footed".

- One cable described China's presence in Africa as "very aggressive and pernicious economic competitor with no morals".

The cable described Mr. Blandon's plan as "valuable, well ordered," adding that when "we develop or create other points, I will send them to you."

The cables describe how the North Koreans, in turn, transferred "missiles" or "missile systems" to Iran.