Commentators have called Israel's announcement of new settlement construction in East Jerusalem during Vice President Joe Biden's visit a humiliation. But the Palestinian leadership still appears willing to give talks a chance.
Activists in India have been hospitalized or even killed as they tap the 2005 freedom of information act to expose government corruption.
Lebanon resumes defense talks on Hezbollah's military wingThe most powerful politicians in Lebanon resumed discussions on national defense, with questions of how to rein in Shiite political party Hezbollah's powerful military wing on the table.
Obama administration shifts gears on Iran sanctionsOn Iran sanctions, the Obama administration shifts gears to focus less on UN sanctions and more on modifying measures before Congress.
Joe Biden, in Ramallah, stymied by new settlement constructionUS Vice President Joe Biden visited Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah Wednesday and warned that fresh Israeli settlement construction is undermining confidence in the peace process.
Iceland financial crisis: Voters reject debt repayment planIn a nationwide referendum Saturday, more than 90 percent of voters have resoundingly rejected a $5.3 billion plan to pay off Britain and the Netherlands for debts spawned by the Iceland financial crisis.
Iraq election turnout down, likely months before new governmentIraq election turnout fell relative to Iraq's last parliamentary elections in 2005. The first indication of results is expected Wednesday, but it will likely take months to build a coalition government.
Suicide bombs before Iraq election shows Al Qaeda still activeSuicide bombs in Baghdad killed at least 7 people on Thursday, creating worries about security for the Iraq election and the ongoing activities of Al Qaeda in and around Baghdad.
Renewed Battle for the Falkland IslandsRenewed Battle for the Falkland Islands suits the embattled British, Argentine leaders, and others.
