POLITICS

As the Syrian forces at the border are being moved to tackle the internal conflicts, the Syrian-Israeli border becomes an attractive hub for the global Jihadists, fears the Israeli Intelligence Chief.

Russia rejects UN resolution calling on military intervention in Syria as two groups claim responsibility for bombing in Damascus.

Attack on National Security HQ in Damascus claims high-profile victims including defence minister Daoud Rajiha.

Kadima walk-out sparked by dispute over law which exempts ultra-orthodox students from conscription.

Suicide attack on ministerial meeting in security building claims lives of senior officials in Syrian capital of Damascus.

Hermit state's recently installed dictator gains full control of army after military reshuffle and removal of vice-marshal Ri Yong-ho.

Clashes between Syrian rebels and the government forces continue in the capital.

Balance of power rests with independents and smaller parties following first free elections in post-Gaddafi era.

Bank of England and British Bankers Association failed to act on recommendations of US regulators on Libor manipulation in 2008

Israeli officials trying to convince legendary US filmmaker Woody Allen to base his new project in Holy Land

Security company head faced a tough grilling from exasperated MPS in the home affairs committee.

Anonymous hackers promise 5 November parliament will never forget and warn politicians public's patience is wearing out.

The United Arab Emirates launches crackdown on Islamist dissidents with arrest of three more Emirati radicals.

Head of controversial security group admits regrets for signing contract that has police and soldiers drafted in to fill shortfalls but still wants the money.

Dmitry Pavlyuchenkov could face life in jail if convicted of plotting murder of campaigning journalist Anna Politkovskaya.

Shooting at outdoor party in Toronto - the 'safest city in the world' - ends with two dead and 19 wounded.

1,000 rebels use grenades against regime tanks in Syrian capital.

Egypt's public prosecutor orders toppled ex-president Mubarak back to prison.

Survey finds people have more faith in tax controversy comedian and royal family than in politicians.

Morocco joins growing list of Arab countries reducing diplomatic ties as rebels close in on regime forces in Syrian capital.

Turkey's hacktivist group RedHack releases data on police informants in retaliation against ultra-nationalists targeting journalists.

Prime minister and Lib Dem leader make joint appearance amid concerns over widening cracks between the two parties.

Few believe claims that Ri Yong-ho, key member of inner circle of new leader Kim Jong-un, left because of illness.

Red Cross changes status of Syrian conflict as fighting escalates between Assad forces and rebels in and around Damascus.

South Sudan became independent about a year ago and numerous issues such as disagreements over border issues and oilfields remain unresolved.

UN observers say the attack appears to have been aimed at specific rebel groups and army defectors.

Syria has the largest stockpile of chemical weapons in the Middle East and if used could cause havoc.

Carnage strengthens resolve of western nations to get rid of Bashar al-Assad but Russia and China are still backing him.

Inconceivable Home Secretary only just aware of major security gaps, serving squaddie tells IBTimes.