Mohamed ElBaradei Unites Youth Movements as Political Force
Egypt's former presidential hopeful and Nobel prizewinner vows to continue fight for revolution.
Syria: A 'Hotline' to Resolve the Conflict?
Two main Syrian opposition groups say they have a new weapon against the Assad regime: a "hotline".
Iran says US Incapable To Prevent Closure of Strait of Hormuz
Iranian officials continue to remain defiant with a senior commander saying that the US lacks the capability to hinder Iran's efforts to shut down the Strait of Hormuz.
Egypt Archaeologists Find 3,000-year-old Tomb of Singer
Swiss archaeologists uncover tomb of female singer in Egypt's Valley of the Kings.
Assad’s Amnesty: A Sign Regime is Crumbling?
Syria: bloodshed and defections continue and prompt Arab League to consider sending troops.
Saudi Activist 'Shot Dead' as David Cameron Flies in to Meet Regime
David Cameron arrives in Saudi Arabia for talks with King Abdullah as reports surface of death of protester Issam Mohamed.
France: Le Pen Accuses Qatar of 'playing a Muslim Double Game'
Marine Le Pen, the French far-right presidential candidate has criticised Qatar, saying the Gulf state plays a "double game" investing in Muslim areas.
China: Bikini-clad Bodyguards go to Boot Camp [SLIDESHOW]
A Chinese company has started the first training programme for female bodyguards in China.
Egyptian Revolution Anniversary Named National Holiday
Day that marks beginning of the Egyptian revolution that led to fall of Mubarak - 25 January - will be national holiday.
Syria: Is Russia Arming the Assad Regime? Cargo Ship Clue
A Russian ship carrying weapons docked in Syria, amid continued reports of regime crackdown on protesters.
Israel: Citizenship Law Decision Marks 'Dark Days for Human Rights'
A court ruling upholding a law that prevents Palestinians married to Arab Israelis from obtaining citizenships or residency, angered rights groups.
Andaman Islands' Jarawa Tribe Women Forced to Dance for Food
Footage reveals human safaris taking place on India's Andaman Islands.
Palestinian Hopes of Two-State Solution Slipping away: EU
West Bank restrictions and growth of settler population 'closing window' on viable Palestinian state.
Guantanamo's Forgotten Prisoners: the Nightmare Goes on
Adel al-Gazzar languishes in Egyptian jail despite release without conviction from Guantanamo.
Syria: No Divorce For Bashar al-Assad as Asma Reaffirms Support
Embattled Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his wife Asma made a public show of solidarity at pro-regime rally in Damascus.
Hamas Sentences Palestinian 'Collaborator' to Death
Gazan man faces firing squad over accusations of collaboration with Israel.
Assad Attacks Assad: Only Family can Force Syria's President to Resign
Rifaat al-Assad, the uncle of the Syrian President claimed the leader could finally step down following a "family initiative."
Nigeria Arms Smugglers Arrested in Ghana
Ghanaian police follow anonymous tip-off to arrest five found with truck full of armaments.
Assad: I'd Like to Shake Hands With Every Syrian Citizen'
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad addressed a crowd of pro-regime supporters in the capital Damascus.
Israel's Mossad Using Iranian Refugees in Iraq's Kurdistan To Target Nuke Experts
The Israeli intelligence agency Mossad is using Iranians exiles living in the Iraqi region of Kurdistan to target Iranian nuclear experts, it has been reported.
Iran Blames Israel After Nuclear Scientist Assassinated in Tehran Car Bomb
Iran's uranium enrichment programme director Mostafa Ahmadi Roshan dies in latest nuclear scientist killing.
Egyptian Billionaire Sued over Mickey Mouse Tweet Insulting to Islam
The affair started when Telecom Tycoon Naguib Sawiris tweeted a picture of a bearded Mickey Mouse and a veiled Minnie back in June.
Nigeria Hit by Second Day of Strikes over Fuel Subsidies
Twitter posts claim two dead and protesters arming themselves against police.
After Gaddafi LSE is Criticised over Appearance of Mubarak ex-Finance Minister Youssef Boutros-Ghali
LSE is at the centre of a new controversy after being accused of giving special treatment to a former Mubarak minister.
Assad’s Speech: "The West is Not the Oxygen we Use to Breath”
Terrorism and foreign conspiracy guided by colonialist ambitions are responsible for the Syrian bloodshed, Syrian President Assad said.
Malaysia's Gay Activists Challenge Ban on Sex Festival
Same-sex protesters launch legal action against conservative Muslim ban on anti-homophobia festival.
Assad Promises Multi-Party Democracy in Syria
The Baath Party leadership is committed to transition from a single to a multi-party political system, Assad said in a televised address.
Guinea Bissau’s President Dies in Paris
Guinea Bissau's President Malam Bacai Sanha has died in Paris following a lengthy hospitalisation.
Tunisian Jews Angered by Anti-Semitic Slogan in Hamas Rally
Jews living in Tunisia have spoken out following anti-Semitic slogans chanted during a speech by a Hamas leader in the country's capital Tunis.
North Korea’s Kim Jong-un Celebrates his Birthday... But Which One?
The birthday of North Korea's new leader Kim Jong-un, thought to be on January 8, remained a low-key affair.