Pervez Musharraf Defies Arrest Warning
Pakistan's former president faces custody on return to country over Benazir Bhutto assasination plot claim.
Tunisia: Hamas Rallys Support Against 'Zionist Enemies'
Invited to Tunisia by leaders of the Ennahda party, Hamas Prime Minister, Ismail Haniyeh vowed to continue the armed struggle against Israel.
Nigeria on Strike over Slashed Fuel Subsidies
Petrol prices soar across Africa's largest oil producer and bring thousands to Nigeria's streets.
Iran: Internet Cafe Clampdown Ahead of Elections
Iran has been accused of a new internet clampdown after issuing a new set of more restrictive guidelines.
Iran Plans Further Round of Naval Exercises in Strait of Hormuz
Persian Gulf's Strait of Hormuz, key route for oil tanker traffic, centre of fresh controversy.
Syria Suicide Bomb on Police Bus Kills at Least 10 Civilians
Suicide bombers kill at least 10 people and wound dozens in attack on police bus in Syrian capital of Damascus.
Turkey's Former Military Chief Arrested over Coup Plot
High-profile arrest of General Ilker Basbug after accusation of leading Ergenekon terror group.
Al-Qaeda 'Infiltrating Syria via Lebanon' Debate Rages
Lebanon politicians turn on defence minister Fayez Ghosn over infiltration claims and accuse him of doing Bashar al-Assad's dirty work.
Rwandan Rebels New Rampage Kills 26 Civilians in DR Congo
At least 26 people have been killed in renewed attacks by a Rwandan militia group operating in Eastern DR Congo, the Congolese army said.
Iran Warns Saudi Arabia and UAE Over US Arms Deals
'Iranophobic' West using propaganda to step up arms sales in Middle East, says Tehran.
Libyans Free to Form Political Parties as Criminal Ban Scrapped
Gaddafi ban on political parties repealed by National Transitional Council in move to greater democracy.
North Korea Exported Chemical Weapon Components to Syria: Report
North Korea caught trying to export reagents for chemical weapons to Syria in 2009, it has been reported.
Mubarak Trial: The Tyrannical Leader Ordered the Shooting of Protesters
The Chief Prosecutor in Hosni Mubarak's trial has reiterated accusations the fallen dictator ordered the killing of protesters.
Youssou N’Dour: Stars who Leave Art for Politics [SLIDESHOW]
Senegal world music star not the first to take new career path from creative arts to political powerhouse.
Iran and Hezbollah Warned off Assad Support
Syrian opposition's anti-Shiite militant group claims responsibility for kidnap of five Iranian workers outside Homs.
Thailand Floods and a Year of Natural Disasters
2011 marked by series of devastating natural disasters from floods and tsunamis to earthquakes and droughts.
Egyptian Revolution: What Lies Ahead?
Parliamentary elections continue in Egypt but 10 months after president Hosni Mubarak stepped down, the country is still fighting.
Egyptians Stage Mass Demonstration Against Security Forces
Cairo's Tahrir Square scene of more protests against military rulers following escalating violence by security forces.
Hamas and Assad: End of the Syrian Connection?
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and Hamas once close allies but rift appears in relationship after Syrian regime accused of fabricating allegations against the Palestinian militant group.
Vaclav Havel Funeral: World Leaders and Citizens Gather to Pay Respects
World leaders gather in the Czech capital, Prague, for funeral of former president and leader of Velvet Revolution.
Syria: Twin Bomb Attacks Kill at least 40 in Damascus
More than 40 people were killed in twin suicide bombings that targeted two government buildings in Damascus, Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister Faisal Meqdad said.
Baghdad Blasts: Iraqi Government in Crisis to Blame?
Bombing attacks co-ordinated across Iraqi capital prompt fears government rift is deepening sectarian and ethnic divisions.
Suicide Bombers Rock Syria with Two Attacks; Regime Blames Al-Qaida
Al-Qaida terrorists suspected of targeting security buildings in Damascu, the government days.
Bethlehem Church of the Nativity Goes for World Heritage Status
Christ's birthplace at centre of appeal to Unesco for world heritage site and £8m in funding for much-needed repairs.
Armenian Genocide Bill: France Criticised for Failing to Face its Own Bloody Past
France's bid to criminalise denial of the 1915 Armenian genocide has passed through its first legal hurdle when a large majority in the National Assembly - the lower house of parliament - voted in favour of the bill.
Syria: Arab League Monitoring Mission Led by ex-Sudanese General
The Arab League on Wednesday chose a Sudanese former general to lead the body's monitoring group to Syria.
Iraq: Co-ordinated Bomb Attacks Kill 57 in Baghdad, Amid Worsening Political Crisis
A wave of co-ordinated bomb attacks in Baghdad, Iraq have killed at least 57 people and injured 176.
Syria: Nobody is Safe From Torture, Not Even Children
Despite signing an agreement earlier this week to allow Arab observers into the country, the death toll in Syria has continued to rise, with fresh attacks on villages and protesters resulting in 100 deaths on Tuesday.
Libya: 'Pro-Gaddafi Agents Infiltrating the Government'
Mustafa Abdul Jalil, the head of the Libyan National Transitional Council (NTC), said people receiving orders from Saadi Gaddafi have infiltrated the government.
Rwanda Genocide: Ex-Officials Given Life Sentence
UN-backed war crimes tribunal for Rwanda sentences two former ruling party bosses seen as key organisers of 1994 genocide to life terms.