Middle East

British justices ruled the government was wrong to impose sanctions on Bank Mellat, the biggest Iranian private bank, over alleged links to Tehran's nuclear program. (File Photo)

British Court Ruling Threatens Iran Sanctions

UK government found at fault for imposing sanctions against biggest Iranian private bank because of nuclear program More

Saudi authorities say "cover-up" firms perpetuate unemployment for many, such as these laborers in Riyadh, June 18, 2013.

Saudi Crackdown on Illegal Firms Threatens Thousands

Authorities act against illegal companies as part of a wide crackdown on illicit economic activity by foreigners More

U.S. President Barack Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel address media, Berlin, June 19, 2013.

Obama Silent on US Arms to Syrian Rebels

President calls reports of United States heading into a new war in Syria exaggeratedMore

Military officials stand near ammunitions seized from suspected members of Hezbollah after a raid of a building in Kano, Nigeria, May 30, 2013.

Lebanese Men Accused of Terrorism Sue Nigeria for $25 Million

Four men accused of being Hezbollah members remain imprisoned in Nigeria after court dismisses weapons, terrorism-related charges on technicality More

An Egyptian on his motorbike signs a petition for Tamarod, Arabic for "rebel", a campaign calling for the ouster of Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi and for early presidential elections in the Shubra neighborhood in Cairo, Egypt, June 2, 2013.

Morsi Critics Demand Early Egypt Elections

Opposition claims 15 million people have signed petition calling for early voting More



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President calls reports of United States heading into a new war in Syria exaggerated
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Morsi Critics Demand Early Egypt Elections

Opposition claims 15 million people have signed petition calling for early voting
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Global Forced Displacement at 18-Year High

UNHCR says more than 45.2 million people were displaced in 2012 compared to 42.5 million in 2011
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UN Says Libya Continues to Face Difficult Transition

Special representative for Libya says risks in country should not be underestimated
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Iranians, Observers Wonder How Rowhani Was Allowed to Win

Sense of disbelief over Rowhani victory, who has close ties to Khamenei rival, former President Rafsanjani, was widespread among celebrants
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Taliban Opens Office for Talks with US, Afghan Government

Taliban says move is part of efforts to support a peaceful political solution and improve its relations with international community
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Islamist Governor Promises Safety for Luxor Tourists

Adel Mohamed al-Khayat's appointment by President Morsi triggers protest for being member of militant group blamed for killing 58 tourists
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Tunisian Court Jails Salafists for Burning Sufi Shrine

Last October, Salafist Muslims descended upon Saida Manouba, a famous Sufi shrine in Tunis, setting it on fire and attacking visitors
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Iran 'in Heaven' as Soccer Team Qualifies for 2014 World Cup

Tehran's streets fill with young revelers after the national soccer team beat South Korea at Confederations Cup play in Brazil
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UN Presses Lebanon to Open Syrian Refugee Camps

Plan calls for a dozen camps to help resettle up to a million people
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G8 Summit Ends With Call for Syria Peace Talks

Leaders call for negotiated end to two-year Syrian conflict as well as package of economic reforms to help economies of member nations
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Ethiopia, Egypt Meet to Ease Nile Dam Tensions

Both nations agree to implement recommendations made by international panel of experts
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Twin Attacks Kill 29 in Iraq

Tuesday's coordinated blasts struck after midday prayers in the Iraqi capital's northern al-Qahira district
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