Gulf Nations Call for Syrian Reforms

Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain have recalled their ambassadors from Damascus amid mounting pressure from the Arab world against Syria's brutal crackdown on anti-government protests.

Syria’s Assad Decrees Multi-Party System

President Bashar al-Assad has issued a decree authorising a multi-party political system in Syria, a day after the U.N. Security Council issued a statement condemning the regime's use of force against protesters.

No Let-Up in Karachi Violence

There has been more violence in the Pakistani city of Karachi, where at least 42 people have been killed since Monday.

JAPAN: Record Radiation Levels at Fukushima Nuclear Plant

Record levels of radiation have been recorded at the damaged Fukushima Daiichi plant reactor, just months after the nuclear accident resulting from the earthquake and tsunami in March.

Syrian Crackdown Shows no Respite

Syrian troops have again advanced in the central city of Hama, taking up new positions a day after activists said government forces killed 24 people throughout the country on the first day of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

Deadly Syrian Crackdown Continues

Syrian activists say at least eight people have been killed after government forces launched fresh attacks in several cities.

/UPDATE**/ Libyan Rebel Military Leader Killed

The head of the Libyan rebel's armed forces and two of his aides were killed by gunmen Thursday, the head of the rebel leadership said.

Displaced Ivorians ‘Too Afraid to Return’

More than half a million people remain displaced by Ivory Coast's post-election conflict and many are too afraid to return home for fear of ethnic reprisals, Amnesty International says in a report.

Libya Opposition Arrests Senior Leader

General Abdel Fatah Younis, the chief of staff of the rebel forces in Libya, has been arrested by the National Transition Council.

Britain to Expel Gaddafi Diplomats

Britain has officially recognised Libya's main opposition group as the country's legitimate government, and asked all diplomats belonging to Muammar Gaddafi's government to leave the United Kingdom.

Libya Blames NATO for Raid on Food Warehouse

Libyan officials have accused NATO of killing at least eight people in an air raid on a food warehouse and medical clinic in Zlitan, east of Tripoli.

India and Pakistan Prepare for Peace Talks

Senior Indian and Pakistani officials have held discussions in New Delhi, the Indian capital, that will lay the groundwork for formal peace talks set for Wednesday.

Eurozone Leaders Reach Greek Debt Agreement

Eurozone leaders have agreed in a crucial summit to find a way out for Greece to manage its debt crisis.

World Warned Over Greek Debt Crisis

Eurozone leaders must find a solution to Greece's debt crisis or the global economy will pay the price, the European Commission president has said.

U.S.: A Lifesaver That Fits in Your Pocket

How much good can a small red pouch, zip tie and sheet of paper do for someone living on the streets? Turns out, a lot.