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UN protests Israeli air violations of Lebanon
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) yesterday protested the 14 Israeli air violations it observed, including two by F-15 jets flying at low altitude, and called for their immediate halt.
Lebanon-Israel-UN, Politics, 11/18/2006

UN General Assembly urges Israel to stop aggression on Gaza
The UN General Assembly called for an end to Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip, overwhelmingly passing a resolution in an emergency special session.
Palestine-Israel-UN, Politics, 11/18/2006

Hariri and the US support to Lebanon
Hariri added, the head of state knows who killed Gebran Tueini, Samir Qassir and George Hawi, and therefore he opposes the court’s creation.
Lebanon-Syria-USA, Politics, 11/18/2006

Iraqi president to depart for Iran next week
Iraq's President Jalal Talabani will visit Iran next week in response to the official invitation of his Iranian counterpart Mahmoud Ahmadi-Nejad.
Iraq-Iran, Politics, 11/18/2006

Iran calls Islamic countries to sever relation with Israel
He said resistance and unity are two important factors in dealing with expansionist policies of Israel in occupied Palestine.
Regional-Iran, Politics, 11/18/2006

Iran's nuclear transparency to be revealed through talks
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Jalili, in an interview with the Italian daily, Corriere della Sera, said that the transparency of Iran's nuclear activities can be revealed through talks.
Iran-UN, Politics, 11/18/2006

Iranian cautions US against consequences of possible attack
Iran's new Ambassador to Kuwait Ali Jannati on today cautioned the US against consequences of its possible attack on Iran.
Iran-USA, Politics, 11/18/2006

Egypt denies interference in Somalia's internal affairs
The Egyptian Foreign Ministry dismissed yesterday allegations that Cairo was supporting the Union of Islamic Courts in Somalia and violated a United Nations weapons embargo on the African country.
Somalia-Egypt-UN, Politics, 11/18/2006

Iran rejects allegations of violating Somalia arms embargo
Iran yesterday categorically rejected the "baseless" allegations contained in a report of the Monitoring Group on Somalia that Tehran, along with other some other states, has violated a UN resolution imposing an arms embargo on Somalia.
Somalia-Iran, Politics, 11/18/2006

Dutch military intelligence officers tortured Iraqi prisoners: daily
"Things happened that do not accord with instructions," Defense Ministry information director Joop Veen told the newspaper.
Iraq-Netherlands, Politics, 11/18/2006

Abizaid: Iraq at center of regional issues
The top US commander in the Middle East General John Abizaid indicated yesterday while speaking at Harvard university JFK School Of Government that the situation in Iraq is difficult, and the implication was clear that the US is facing major challenges in its efforts in Iraq.
Iraq-USA, Politics, 11/18/2006

Iraq war Blair's 'big mistake,' says minister
UK Trade and Industry Minister Margaret Hodge was reported Friday to have called the Iraq war as Prime Minister Tony Blair's "big mistake in foreign affairs."
Iraq-UK, Politics, 11/18/2006

Rice: Iran, Syria continue destabilizing behavior
The Bush administration is willing to talk to Syria and Iran under the right circumstances, but both countries continue to demonstrate behavior that is destabilizing to the Middle East, US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says.
Syria-Iran-USA, Politics, 11/18/2006

Iraq Study Group results may influence US action
US policy in Iraq will likely be influenced by a much anticipated independent report being prepared by a bipartisan commission of former US officials, and many US leaders are discussing the possibility of involving all of Iraq's neighbors in talks to provide support for Iraq's political reconciliation.
Iraq-USA, Politics, 11/18/2006

Protecting Sunnis in Western Iraq 'Complicated,' US General
Providing protection and stability for Sunnis living in a portion of western Iraq has proved to be a complicated situation, a senior US Marine officer said today.
Iraq-USA, Politics, 11/18/2006

Israel prevents pacifists, Palestinian farmers to reach fields
The Israeli occupation forces prevented Saturday Palestinian farmers and international peace activists, including Israelis, from heading to fields in Hebron.
Palestine-Israel, Politics, 11/18/2006

UN official cuts Darfur visit short for denied travel
The top United Nations aid official yesterday cut short his visit to Sudan's strife-torn Darfur region and returned to Khartoum after the Government denied him permission to travel outside the state capitals, warning it was too dangerous, a UN spokesman said.
Politics, 11/18/2006

Chad effected by Darfur atrocities spill over
Deadly violence, maiming and burning of people alive is increasingly spilling over from strife-torn Darfur to neighbouring Chad and displacing thousands, United Nations agencies said yesterday, as the world body's human rights chief warned of a full-blown crisis and called on Chadian leaders to protect their civilians.
Sudan-Chad, Politics, 11/18/2006

Argentine charge d'affaires summoned by Iran over bombing allegation
The official further said that open support of the US and Israel for the Argentine judge show behind-the-curtain dealings to stir up controversy against Iran.
Iran-Argentina, Politics, 11/18/2006

Dutch gov't plans to ban burqa
Dutch Immigration and Integration Minister Rita Verdonk announced plans for a ban on the burqa, only five days before nationwide parliamentary elections, the German press reported today.
Regional-Netherlands, Politics, 11/18/2006

Lebanese army man sues former Syrian officials
Lebanon-Syria, Politics, 11/18/2006

Annan asks Syria and Iran to promote stability in Lebanon
Lebanon-Syria-UN, Politics, 11/18/2006

Lebanese cabinet approves UN Hariri tribunal
Lebanese cabinet ministers from Hizbullah and an allied party resigned, a decision that could cost the Western-backed government crucial support from Lebanon's Shiite Muslims.
Lebanon-UN, Politics, 11/13/2006

UN Human Rights Council special session on Israel's actions in Gaza
The United Nations Human Rights Council will hold a special session on Wednesday in response to Israel's recent military actions in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including the recent attack that killed 19 civilians and injured 60 others in Beit Hanoun in the Northern Gaza Strip.
Palestine-Israel-UN, Politics, 11/13/2006

Ahmadi-Nejad meets Kaddoumi: Palestine test human dignity
Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadi-Nejad today said that the issue of Palestine has become a test for trust in dignity, nobility, freedom and justice of human beings which would eventually result in the victory of Muslim and independent nations.
Palestine-Iran, Politics, 11/13/2006

Calls for international intervention to stop Israeli killings of Palestinians
"We demand that the International community, especially the UN Security Council, exercise its responsibility for the protection of human security, human rights, and human dignity according to international law and intervene immediately to ensure the total withdrawal of Israeli forces and the complete cessation of all attacks.
Palestine-Israel-UN, Politics, 11/13/2006

Ahmadi-Nejad meets Berri: some want discord among Lebanese
Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadi-Nejad in a meeting with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri said here Sunday that Islamic states can overcome the "threats of world arrogance" through unity and integrity.
Lebanon-Iran, Politics, 11/13/2006

Syrian speaker says Iran Syria are now main players
Syria's parliament speaker Mahmoud al-Abrash met with head of Iran's Expediency Council Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani today.
Syria-Iran, Politics, 11/13/2006

Solana to Iran: EU willing to negotiate nuclear issue
European Union High Representative Javier Solana said today that the EU was willing to continue negotiations with Iran on the nuclear issues if the conditions are met.
Iran-UN, Politics, 11/13/2006

Iran to give crushing response if faced with Israel stupidity: Hosseini
Iran-Israel, Politics, 11/13/2006

Iran major steps on national nuclear program: VP
Iran's First Vice-President Parviz Davoudi said that Iran has taken major steps on national nuclear program and that those opposing Iran have failed to take a logical stance toward Iran.
Iran-Regional, Politics, 11/13/2006

White House responds to democratic phased Iraq withdrawal idea
The White House spokesman was asked today if a phased withdrawal from Iraq was talked about by the "Iraq Study Group" this morning meeting with president George W. Bush.
Iraq-USA, Politics, 11/13/2006

Iran favors a solid, unified Iraq
He reiterated, "The Islamic Republic of Iran favors the emergence of a solid, unified, and independent Iraq in the region," adding, "Iran and Kuwait, relying on close regional cooperation
Kuwait-Iraq, Politics, 11/13/2006

Speaker: Iran favors independence and peace in Iraq
Iran's Parliament Speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel in a meeting with his Iraqi counterpart Mahmoud al-Mashhadani here Saturday said that Iran favors an independent, unified, peaceful, stable and secure Iraq with a powerful government.
Iraq-Iran, Politics, 11/13/2006

Elham hopes for US revision of its anti-Iran attitude
Iran's Government spokesman Gholam-Hossein Elham today hoped that the United States would make a revision of its anti-Iran attitude.
Iran-USA, Politics, 11/13/2006

Blair shift on Iran policy
Defense Secretary Des Browne Monday defended the British government's change in strategy to support the opening of talks with Iran and Syria as a way to break the impasse in Iraq and the wider middle east.
Iran-UK, Politics, 11/13/2006

Don't miss cooperation with Iran, UK told
A think-tank close to the Britain's ruling Labor Party warned today that an opportunity to cooperate with Iran to find a peaceful settlement in Iraq must not be missed.
Iraq-Iran-UK, Politics, 11/13/2006

EU: Israeli military operation in Beit Hanoun unacceptable
"Of particular concern are settlement activities in and around East Jerusalem as well as in the Jordan Valley. The European Union will not recognize any change to the pre-1967 borders other than those agreed by both parties."
Palestine-Israel-European Union, Politics, 11/13/2006

Israeli leader willing to negotiate with Syria
Olmert also expressed a willingness to negotiate with Syria, but said such talks must be based on a certain reasonable, responsible policy
Syria-Israel, Politics, 11/13/2006

UK protests to Israel the war cemetery destruction
The British government was reported Monday to have made a formal complaint to Israeli regime over its destruction of a Commonwealth war cemetery in Gaza city.
Israel-UK, Politics, 11/13/2006

Sudan: Annan calls for high-level meeting on Darfur
The announcement came as the UN Mission in Sudan (UNMIS) reported nearly 40 civilian deaths in the last few days in attacks in Darfur by Arab militiamen – some of whom were backed by Sudanese military vehicles.
Sudan-UN, Politics, 11/13/2006

Saddam death sentence, not to end Iran complaint
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini yesterday said that Iraqi president Saddam Hussein's death sentence does not mean an end to the investigation of Iran's complaints.
Iraq-Iran, Politics, 11/13/2006

Olmert meets Bush, says Iran is dangerous
The US administration is willing to have discussions with Iran on Iraq and other issues but any talks must be preceded by the verifiable suspension of Iran's uranium enrichment activities, President George W. Bush said today.
Israel-Iran-USA, Politics, 11/13/2006

EU calls on Israel to stop violations of Lebanese air space
Lebanon-Israel-European Union, Politics, 11/13/2006

Persian Gulf security without Iran, something meaningless: Safavi
Gulf-Iran, Politics, 11/13/2006

Egypt France common ground on policy towards Palestinian issue
Egypt-Palestine-France, Politics, 11/13/2006


News from around the web:

Palestinian Unity May Be Delayed - Washington Post
Palestine-Israel, Politics, 11/18/2006

For West Bank, It’s a Highway to Frustration - NY Times
Palestine-Israel, Politics, 11/18/2006

Iraqi Cabinet will meet to resolve divisions in wake of kidnapping - LA Times
Iraq, Politics, 11/18/2006

Iraq Sunni cleric rejects arrest - BBC
Iraq-USA, Politics, 11/18/2006

Syrian Officials and Iraq Study Group Met, Envoy Says - NY Times
Syria-USA, Politics, 11/18/2006

Iraqi Sunnis decry cleric's arrest warrant - LA Times
Iraq, Politics, 11/18/2006

Hopeful Iraqis Taking Lead in Kirkuk - Washington Post
Iraq, Politics, 11/18/2006

Captives sought in Iraq - LA Times
Iraq-USA, Politics, 11/18/2006

A year later, one Baghdad family rebuilds and returns - CS Monitor
Iraq, Politics, 11/18/2006

Sheiks Assail Cleric for Backing Qaeda - NY Times
Iraq, Politics, 11/18/2006

Iraq rape soldier jailed for life - BBC
Iraq-USA, Politics, 11/18/2006

Islamic Leader Urges 'Greater Somalia' - Washington Post
Somalia, Politics, 11/18/2006

Campus election reflects Lebanon's divisions - LA Times
Lebanon, Politics, 11/18/2006

Sudan closing off Darfur to outside world - CS Monitor
Sudan, Politics, 11/18/2006

Israel dismisses new peace plan - BBC
Palestine-Israel, Politics, 11/18/2006

Candidate for Palestinian Premier Emerges - Washington Post
(http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/11/13/AR2006111300458.html)
Palestine-Israel, Politics, 11/13/2006

Abbas upbeat on Palestinian unity - BBC
(http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/6138876.stm)
Palestine-Israel, Politics, 11/13/2006

Blasts Kill Dozens in Iraq; Maliki Reshuffling Cabinet - Washington Post
(http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/11/13/AR2006111300188.html)
Iraq, Politics, 11/13/2006

Progress Seen in Talks on Palestinian Government - NY Times
(http://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/13/world/middleeast/13cnd-mideast.html?_r=1&ref=middleeast&oref=slogin)
Palestine-Israel, Politics, 11/13/2006

Iraqi prime minister pledges to reform Cabinet - LA Times
(http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-iraq13nov13,1,5683566.story?coll=la-headlines-world)
Iraq, Politics, 11/13/2006

U.S. Warns Iraq to Stop Shiite Militias - LA Times
(http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/wire/ats-ap_intl10nov13,1,2338986.story?coll=sns-ap-topinternational)
Iraq-USA, Politics, 11/13/2006

Blair urges White House to shift focus to Israel-Palestine conflict - Guardian Unlimited
(http://www.guardian.co.uk/Iraq/Story/0,,1947188,00.html)
Iraq-UK, Politics, 11/13/2006

Influence Rises but Base Frays for Iraqi Cleric - NY Times
(http://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/13/world/middleeast/13sadr.html?ref=middleeast)
Iraq, Politics, 11/13/2006

Somalia's Islamic Militia Ready to Talk - Guardian Unlimited
(http://www.guardian.co.uk/worldlatest/story/0,,-6212945,00.html)
Somalia, Politics, 11/13/2006


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