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Egypt: 'Virginity Tests' Used by Military to Humiliate Women

Seven women were assaulted in a military prison under the pretext of "virginity tests", but eight months after the incident the military has failed to investigate or prosecute the men accused of the sexual assault, according to Human Rights Watch (HRW).

Turkey Earthquake: At Least 7 Dead, Hundreds Still Trapped

At least seven people are dead and dozens are still trapped in collapsed buildings following a magnitude 5.6 earthquake that struck eastern Turkey, less than three weeks after a previous 7.2 magnitude quake killed 600 people in the same area.

Extradition of Former Gaddafi PM Set to Test Libya’s New Rulers

News that a Tunis appeal court has approved a request by Libyan National Transitional Council (NTC) to extradite the country's former prime minister Baghdadi al-Mahmudi, has been widely welcome by Libya's new leaders and their western allies, but has divided the Northern African community and enraged Gaddafi supporters.

Is Benjamin Netanyahu 'a Liar'?

A leaked exchanged between Nicolas Sarkozy and US president Barack Obama, in which French president allegedly called Israeli Prime Minister "a liar" provoked a mediastorm. But does Benyamin Netanyahu have a reputaion for duplicity?

Silvio Berlusconi: From Bunga Bunga to Bond Yields [PHOTOS]

Silvio Berlusconi, Italy's controversial leader is trying to survive the latest political crisis affecting his career as Tuesday as he faces a crucial parliamentary vote which could bring down his stricken coalition after three years in power.

Syria: Deadly Siege on Homs and Failure of the Arab League Prove Assad is Still Dangerous

Last week, embattled Syrian President Bashar al-Assad agreed to end its crackdown on anti-government demonstrations, pull troops from the streets and release prisoners jailed during months of protests, according to the Arab League. However within days, more civilian deaths have been announced and the city of Homs has now become the symbol of the deadly crackdown led by Assad's forces.

Outpouring of Support to Help Ai Weiwei Pay Tax Bill

A few days after Chinese artist Ai Weiwei warned he would fight tax evasion charges "to the death", as the Chinese authorities ordered a company linked to him to pay 15 million Yuan (£1.5 million), financial support from fellow activists has been pouring.

Hajj 2011: Adults and Children Get Involved

With the hajj under way, Muslims from around the world reflect on their religion and beliefs, and while Muslims performing the Hajj are mostly adults, the pilgrimage is often explained from a young age.

Hajj 2011: Watch Hajj Live

As the Hajj is underway, millions of Muslims have now reached Saudi Arabia for the annual pilgrimage which is also one of the five pillars of Islam.

Iran Warns U.S.: 'We Can Defend Our Country'

Tensions between Iran and the U.S. are mounting after Teheran warned that America should think twice as the government would be ready to "defend the country" amid speculation that the U.S. and Israel are considering an attack.

Bahrain: Atrocities and Brutal Crackdown Continue, Rights Organisations Warn

Activists in Bahrain say that protests against the regime are on-going despite the targeting of civilians by the security forces. The Kingdom's forces are accused of arresting, and attacking civilians and the Bahrain Centre for human's rights ( BCHR) say that many protesters are being hit in the chest or heads, with several cases of protesters losing their eyes being reported.