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NATO sets 'irreversible' but risky course to end Afghan war

Tue, 22 May 2012 04:29:44 GMT

At Chicago summit, NATO endorses plan to pull out most troops by end of 2014; Obama: We will responsibly withdraw but Afghanistan won't be perfect.

Israel’s gay rights record touted in NY

Mon, 21 May 2012 02:36:31 GMT

Birthright Israel alumni placed a mural in Manhattan’s West Village which contrasts gay rights in Israel with discrimination elsewhere.

Taiwan incumbent sworn into 2nd term amid protests

Sun, 20 May 2012 20:39:20 GMT

Some 40,000 people took to the streets in a colorful demonstration that brought traffic in parts of the city to a virtual standstill.

Denmark to label West Bank settlement products

Sun, 20 May 2012 13:23:02 GMT

Danish Foreign Minister: This is part of EU support for the Palestinians; Move follows similar decision in South Africa.

Iran: Sanctions could push oil to $160 per barrel

Sun, 20 May 2012 05:11:00 GMT

Iranian economy minister warns of consequences of embargo set to take effect July 1, says Iran can withstand sanctions.

Hollande starts presidency with diplomatic dance

Sun, 20 May 2012 01:52:36 GMT

Obama has been keeping a close eye on the situation in Europe, which could create a domino effect directly affecting the direction of the American economy.

Blind Chinese activist arrives in United States

Sun, 20 May 2012 01:40:42 GMT

Beijing's decision to allow Chen Guangcheng to travel to US could signal the end of a diplomatic standoff between the two countries.

S. Africa: W. Bank products won't be labeled Israeli

Sun, 20 May 2012 01:28:43 GMT

Foreign Ministry to summon South African ambassador over move which it says "is verging on racism.”

S. Africa: W. Bank products won't be labeled Israeli

Sun, 20 May 2012 01:26:24 GMT

Foreign Ministry to summon South African ambassador over move which it says "is verging on racism.”

US tells G8 Assad must go, cites Yemen as model

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:31:32 GMT

Washington says focus on securing access for UN monitors, keeping track of ceasefires has distracted from fundamental problems.

German baritone Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau dies at 86

Sat, 19 May 2012 23:39:30 GMT

Singer was instrumental in bringing the piano-accompanied art-song to new generations of classical music lovers.

S. Africa to ban labeling Ahava as 'made in Israel'

Sat, 19 May 2012 21:47:28 GMT

Foreign Ministry says will summon S. African ambassador; Pretoria says it only recognizes 1948 UN-demarcated borders.

S. Africa to ban labeling Ahava as 'made in Israel'

Sat, 19 May 2012 17:57:49 GMT

Pretoria recognizes Israel only with 1948 borders demarcated by the UN, trade and industry minister writes in official notice.

Blind Chinese activist leaves Beijing for US

Sat, 19 May 2012 16:56:21 GMT

US State Department says activist, family en route to the US; Chen's dramatic escape, stay in US embassy caused diplomatic rift.

Congressmen urge silent moment for Munich victims

Fri, 18 May 2012 22:45:54 GMT

Congressman Engel, congresswoman Lowey announce new resolution calling for Olympic commemoration of murdered Israeli athletes of 1972.

'Saudi-Bahrain union is US-Zionist backed plot'

Fri, 18 May 2012 21:32:44 GMT

Iranian protesters denounce union plan; influential cleric brands idea as an "ill-fated plot" that Muslims won't tolerate.

UN probes possible N. Korea-Syria arms trade

Fri, 18 May 2012 03:59:24 GMT

"[North Korea] continues actively to defy the measures in the (UN sanctions) resolutions," panel says in report.

UK daily slammed for mentioning Israel’s nat'l bird

Fri, 18 May 2012 02:21:07 GMT

Manchester Palestine Solidarity Campaign says BDS should include any references to Israel's wildlife.

Gulf Union fails to materialize

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:01:43 GMT

Riyadh summit between Saudi Arabia and Gulf leaders was significant if not successful.

Iran threatens legal action against Google

Thu, 17 May 2012 19:24:06 GMT

Internet company decides to remove the waterway's label from its maps, angering Tehran.