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Assad's Anonymous Cyber-Force: Who is the Syrian Electronic Army?
We profile pro-Assad Syrian Electronic Army which is waging cyber war against media outlets.
A Brotherhood That Didn't Push its Luck: Tunisia's 'Moderate' Revolution
Contrast between Tunisian Revolution and what has happened in Egypt, Lybia and Syria could not be more stark.
Syria Ghouta Gas Attack: Iran and Russia Join Forces as West's Pro-Intervention Front Stumbles [VIDEO]
Iranian president Hassan Rohani speaks to Vladimir Putin to oppose US and Britain intervention against Damascus.
Syria: US Intervention Fears Spur Oil Price Spike as John Kerry Warns of Chemical Attack 'Consequences'
Barrel of Brent crude hits six month high as US Secretary of State ramps up rhetoric against Assad regime.
Inside Gaddafi's Harem: Book Reveals Sex Secrets of Former Libyan Dictator
French journalist's book reveals Colonel Gaddafi ordered kidnap of schoolgirls for use as sex slaves.
Egypt Morsi Protests: Oil Tops $110 on Fears of Supply Disruption Contagion
Investors fear the political unrest could affect supply security across the Middle East and North Africa.
Top Al-Qaida Militant Calls for Killing of US Diplomats in Arab World
California-born Islamic militant Adam Gadahn wants killers of Americans to be rewarded.
Oil Futures Rise On Fears of Supply Disruptions From Egypt and Libya
Egypt violence, strikes in Libya and Iraq-Turkey pipeline bombing raise supply disruption fears.
Interpol Worried by Al-Qaida Jail Breaks
International crimefighting agency has requested intelligence to establish if breaks are co-ordinated.
10-Year-Old German Boy Finds Ancient Egyptian Mummy in Grandma's Attic
Alexander Kettler stumbled across a sarcophagus, a canopic jar and a death mask. The mummy was in the sarcophagus.
Taliban Militants Free 240 Inmates in Pakistan Jailbreak
Heavily armed insurgents attack DI Khan Central Jail in northwestern Pakistan.
Tony Blair Denies £400m Arms Deal with Gaddafi in Exchange for Lockerbie Bomber's Release
British ambassador to Libya Sir Vincent Fean wrote to Blair setting out terms of deal, secret documents show.
1,200 Prisoners on Run in Libya After Benghazi Jailbreak
Rallies take place across Libya in protest at murder of political activist Abdul Salam al Musmari.
Libya Riots Set Free Nearly 1,200 Jail Inmates in Benghazi
Over 1,000 prisoners escape during riots following death of top politician.
Tunisia Braced for Riots in Wake of Assassination of Opposition's Mohamed Brahmi
Arab nationalist leader killed outside his home in second political killing of the year.
Mali and the Long Road to Recovery and Reconciliation
Coup leaders apologizing for the consequences of their actions is not something that happens very often. In Bamako, the capital of Mali however, a rare example of it took place on 26 June 2013 when Captain Amadou Aya Sanogo did just that in front of an audience which included Interim President Dioncounda Traoré, recently reconciled factions of the Mali Army, religious and tribal leaders and the media.
End of the line for Mohamed Morsi? Egypt's Investment Case Deteriorates Rapidly
Market Strategist Ishaq Siddiqi delivers breaking views on the financial impact from Egypt's political turmoil
‘Dangerous’ Heatwave Hits US Southwest as Temperatures Soar to Record-Breaking 54C [PHOTOS]
California’s Death Valley expected to reach 130F (54C), the hottest temperature for 100 years.
Libya After Gaddafi: A Prisoner to Chaos?
Every year, usually in late autumn, The Economist publishes its "The World in____" for the following year. The issue for 2012 has an article by Oliver August on the effects of the North African uprisings of 2011 spreading south and in particular, foresees trouble brewing for the Sahel states because of the fall of Muammar Gaddafi:
Arab Idol: Palestinian Territories Go Wild as Gaza Singer Wins Contest [VIDEO]
Assaf, who grew up in Gaza's Khan Younis refugee camp, won the hearts of millions across the region with his winning performances.
EDL Invites US Anti-Muslim 'Hate Bloggers' Pam Geller and Robert Spencer to Speak at Woolwich Rally
Campaigners petition Home Secretary after anti-Islamic activists Pam Geller and Robert Spencer invited to London.
Egypt's Mursi Cuts Ties with Assad Regime and Calls for No-Fly Zone over Syria
Egyptian leader withdraws diplomats, closes Syrian embassy in Cairo and calls on Hezbollah to pull out of Syria.
Top Ten Most Peaceful Countries in the World in 2013 [SLIDESHOW]
Like last year, Europe continues to dominate as the most peaceful region in the world with 13 out of the 20 most peaceful countries in the world.
US Deploys 300 Marines on Syrian Border as Obama Approves Move to Arm Rebels
Patriot anti-aircraft missile system also moved to area, north of Al-Mafraq in northern Jordan.
Silvio Berlusconi 'Ordered Italy's Secret Services to Kill Muammar Gaddafi'
Former Italian prime minster was close to the Libyan dictator before 2011 Nato intervention.
HSBC Hires ex-MI5 Spy Jonathan Evans To Help Fight Financial Crime
Counter-terrorism and counter-espionage expert will join Financial System Vulnerabilities Committee to help prevent future money laundering scandals
Jordan Mulling Deployment of Patriot Missiles Near Syria Border
Amman asks Washington to provide Patriot missile batteries as Syria conflict intensifies.
HSBC at Risk of Drug and Terror Money Laundering Charges
HSBC could face charges after judge questions $2.3bn immunity deal struck with prosecutors.
Libya: Benghazi Car Bomb Targets Hospital Killing Nine
Fresh attack in city after weekend bombing of police station kills three children.
Gatwick Pilot who Forged Flying Licence Goes on the Run
Police hunt Michael Fay, who flew passenger planes into UK after forging pilot's licence.