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First national unity government in Sudan
The leading council of the ruling National Congress Party in Sudan has announced the completion of the formation of the national unity government which is shared by the Sudan People's Liberation movement (SPLM) for the with the National Democratic Alliance (Muhammad Othman al-Meirghani, chairman) and certain other political forces.
Sudan, Politics, 9/21/2005
Egypt legislative elections in November
It was announced in Cairo on Tuesday that the legislative elections which are being held in three phases will start on November 8.
Egypt, Politics, 9/21/2005
Egyptian opposition seek unity in legislative elections
The Egyptian opposition which demands political and democratic reforms seeks to increase the rate of its representation in the People's Assembly as the ruling democratic national party had dominated more than 90% of the already expired parliament's term of office.
Egypt, Politics, 9/21/2005
Turkey decides to remove mines from border with Syria
Turkish authorities have decided to remove mines planted along the border with Syria in the southeast of the country to use these regions in agricultural projects.
Syria-Turkey, Politics, 9/21/2005
Al-Assad discuss Syria- U.S. ties with anti-war academics
"The aim of our delegation visit is to reach a suitable situation to hold dialogue between the Syrian and U.S. sides... as well as convey a message to the U.S. people saying that we should be fair with Syria, and don't take quick decisions on different issues between both countries." Jennings, president of "Conscience International," a humanitarian aid organization
Syria-USA, Politics, 9/21/2005
Mauritania: former ruling party abrogates post of president
This is being done to separate the party from the government, where the party felt it had to support the government, even when such support was against its principals.
Mauritania-Qatar, Politics, 9/21/2005
Mehlis interrogates Syrian officials regarding Hariri assassination
Detlev Mehlis, the Chairman of the UN investigation committee on the assassination of the former Lebanese prime minister Rafik al-Hariri, asked at the beginning of his mission in Damascus to meet with 8 Syrian officials with the possibility of making inquiry of others.
Syria-Lebanon, Politics, 9/21/2005
Arab lawyers express solidarity with Syria
Kuwaiti lawyers announced on Tuesday solidarity with Syria to face pressures and threats she is exposed to, Chairman of the Kuwaiti Bar Association said.
Syria-Regional, Politics, 9/21/2005
Nazif: Egypt maintains support for Palestinian Authority
Egypt's Prime Minister Ahmed Nazif said Egypt would maintain support for the Palestinian Authority so that it may achieve economic development and stability.
Egypt-Palestine, Politics, 9/21/2005
Measures to lessen pressures on the Syrian Lira
Syria increased the interest rates by 1/2 % and permitted, for the first time, the issuance of certificates of deposit, Deputy Premier for Economic affairs Abdullah Dardari said Tuesday.
Syria, Economics, 9/21/2005
Nine Americans killed in Iraq
the Sunni Iraqi national dialogue conference announced that a force from the Iraqi ministry of interior detained parliamentarian Ali al-Mashhadani and held the authorities responsible for what might happen to him
Iraq, Military, 9/21/2005
Mideast Quartet looks to build on Israeli withdrawal from Gaza
The United States, the European Union, Russia and the United Nations, known as the Quartet when dealing with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, have met for the first time since Israel's withdrawal from Gaza to discuss ways to maintain momentum toward a peaceful settlement of the conflict.
Palestine-USA, Politics, 9/21/2005
Mubarak orders cancellation of recent hike in fees of entry, transit and residence visas for foreigners
Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak has instructed the ministries and the departments concerned to abide by the provisions of the law that determines foreigners' entry, transit and residence visa fees at various entry points.
Egypt, Local, 9/21/2005
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The Saudi king Abdullah Ibn Abdul Aziz, on Tuesday in Jeddah received the Yemeni president Ali Abdullah Saleh. The two men discussed during the meeting "latest developments and events on the Arab, Islamic and international arenas, especially developments pertinent to the Palestinian issue and the situation in Iraq." The two sides also discussed prospects of cooperation and means of supporting and enhancing it in all fields.
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Syria's Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, Abdullah al-Dardari, stressed that privatization is out of question in the 10th Five-years plan.
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The Syrian Cabinet on Tuesday approved a draft law for ratifying Washington Agreement of the year 1965 on settling investment disputes between the states and citizens of other states.
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Lebanese Prime Minister Fouad Siniora said that Syria and Lebanon are two countries bound by the history and geography as well as future and common interests.
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Deputy leader of the Syrian Social National Party, Mahmoud Abdul Khalek, has stressed that American accusations against Syria "are false and come in the framework of putting pressures on Syria."
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Sudanese Foreign Minister Musstafa Osman Ismail has said that Syria is targeted by Israel and hardliners in the American administration.
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The United States continues to maintain informal contacts with entities in Somalia, according to the Department of State. Deputy Secretary of State for African Affairs Donald Yamamoto met with leaders from Somalia to underscore U.S. support for the establishment of a functioning government.
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The U.S. Department of State announced that registration for the 2007 Diversity Visa Lottery will be held October 5 to December 4.
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The U.S. said U.S. Assistant Regional Security Officer, Stephen Eric Sullivan, was killed in Iraq when a Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device destroyed his vehicle Monday in Mosul.
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