World - Middle East
Car Bomb Near Syrian Security Base Kills 17
Sep 27, 2008, 6:00 amA car bomb exploded in the Syrian capital Damascus on Saturday, killing 17 civilians.
Abbas Vows to Keep Up Peace Bid but Outlook Bleak
Sep 26, 2008, 4:00 pmPalestinian President Abbas pledged to pursue peace efforts with Israeli Prime Minister Olmert's successor.
Iraq Passes Poll Law, Vote Urged Before Jan 31
Sep 24, 2008, 10:00 amIraq's parliament unanimously approved a provincial elections law after months of debate.
Israeli President Doubts Peace Deal by Year-End
Sep 23, 2008, 2:00 pmPresident Peres doubts whether Israel and the Palestinians could reach a peace deal by the end of the year as hoped.
Iraq Signs Gas Deal With Shell
Sep 22, 2008, 1:00 pmIraq signed a multi-billion dollar natural gas deal with Royal Dutch Shell.
Israel's Olmert to Start Handover to Livni
Sep 21, 2008, 5:00 amDate for Israeli PM Olmert's resignation has yet to be set though the leader will tell his cabinet he is stepping down.
Truck Bomber Kills at Least 40 at Islamabad Hotel
Sep 20, 2008, 3:00 pmA suicide truck bomber attacked the Marriott Hotel in Islamabad on Saturday, killing at least 40 people.
New Israeli Leader Livni Starts Coalition Talks
Sep 18, 2008, 4:00 pmForeign Minister Livni began talks on forming a new coalition government after winning a party leadership poll.
Iran Vows No Nuclear Retreat Despite Sanctions Threat
Sep 18, 2008, 11:00 amPresident Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Iran will not suspend sensitive nuclear work as demanded by world powers.
Seven U.S. Troops Killed in Iraq Helicopter Crash
Sep 18, 2008, 3:00 amSeven U.S. soldiers were killed when a Chinook transport helicopter crashed in southern Iraq
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