Iraq

London-based model who dreamed of becoming next Gisele Bundchen among first victims gunned down by al-Shabaab militants in Nairobi assault.

US president says world more stable than five years ago but dangers remain.

Atrocities in Pakistan, Iraq, Kenya and Nigeria have left hundreds dead at the hands of Islamist militants.

Politicians do love their big Legacy Projects, but they seldom turn out as planned and Labour might now be wobbling over the High Speed Rail Link.

Suicide bomber rams explosives-laden car into a funeral tent packed with mourners in a Shi'ite part of Baghdad, killing 30 people.

Islamic State of Iraq and Syria militants shoot dead villagers accused of belonging to Assad's Alawite sect.

The idea of a power-sharing arrangement may be unpalatable but it is the least worst option to avert armageddon, says Middle East expert Michael Kerr.

'Islamic State in Iraq and Greater Syria' to confront rebel group Free Syrian Army.

Days after 9/11 anniversary, terrorist leader makes call to arms 'to bleed America economically'.

Russia to anchor 10 warships near Syrian coast as tensions remain high over chemical weapons.

Obama includes US ambassador Chris Stevens and US diplomatic staff killed in Benghazi on 11 September, 2012, in eulogy.

US President Barack Obama addresses Americans from ornate East Room of White House over Syria military action.

Former Head of Kidnap for Ransom at Kroll tells IBTimes about expanding businesses in the world's most risky areas

Spread of banned weapons is 'an evil we must stand up to', foreign secretary warns.

The notion of a special bond between Britain and America is an anachronism which will jeopardise British lives in Syria, says Gareth Platt.

US president Barack Obama will address America on Syria Tuesday

Prophesises say Book of Isaiah referring to the destruction of Damascus links Syria crisis with Second Coming and End of Days.

Russian president says he met US president Obama but they 'stick with their guns'.

Conservative elder statesman warns of dangerous international consequences of move against Ghouta reprisal.

Former prime minister warns that failure to intervene could lead to region becoming haven for extremism.

Warning comes after US intelligence intercepts Iranian order to target interests in Middle East if Syria attacked.

US soldier formally known as Bradley Manning seeks presidential pardon following WikiLeaks whistleblowing conviction.

Highest defection in ranks of Assad regime might be part of US strategy to win over Russia at UN Security Council.

Former army private Duncan Aston tells Al-Sweady Inquiry he saw soldier stamp on dead Mahdi Army militant's head.

Commons vote against military action in Syria was a confusing message for anti-independence campaigners, argues James Kelly.

British Red Cross warns that true number of refugees may even be higher.

Demanding credible evidence on alleged use of chemical weapons by his forces, Syrian president warns of regional war.

Brent crude prices fluctuate sharply on fears of supply disruption in case of US-led action.

Prime minister says Labour leader 'let down America' by not backing military intervention.

Prime minister responds to shock defeat in parliament over British military action in Syria.