Manning Hearing Moves Into ‘Secret’ Sessions | Almanza: classified info trumps open proceedings
US Refuses Karzai’s Latest Plea to End Deadly Night Raids
The U.S. and NATO have refused to put an end to night raids on Afghan homes, despite repeated objections and pleas from Afghan President Hamid Karzai. Night raids have become the top issue among many Afghans, exemplifying for them the grievances they have living under...
Libya Military Council Chief Sues Britain Over Rendition, Torture
Libya Military Council Chief Sues Britain Over Rendition, Torture | Belhaj, his wife both tortured after 2004 UK rendition
Bahrain Opposition Urges “Serious” Reform, Condemns Government Violence
Opposition groups in Bahrain have joined together to urge the government to engage in a "serious" dialogue for substantive democratic reform, condemning the violent attacks on civilian protesters which have again sprung up in recent days. In a statement released...
Iraqi Govt. Collapses as Iraqiya, Kurdish Blocs Withdraw
Iraqi Govt. Collapses as Iraqiya, Kurdish Blocs Withdraw | Maliki shows no signs of leaving
Egypt’s Security Forces Increase Attacks on Civilians, With US Support
The death toll in the uprisings in Egypt have reached 13 since Friday, as security forces attack civilians protesting the lingering military rule. Early Monday morning, security forces attempted to clear Tahrir Square, swinging batons and shooting tear gas at...
Maliki Govt. Issues ‘Terrorism’ Arrest Warrant Against Sunni VP
Maliki Govt. Issues ‘Terrorism’ Arrest Warrant Against Sunni VP | Facing coalition collapse, officials seek to arrest top rival
At Least 100 Killed in Syria as Arab League Deal Signed
At Least 100 Killed in Syria as Arab League Deal Signed | 72 defectors reported slain along Turkish border
Report: Secret US-Taliban Talks Near ‘Critical Juncture’
Report: Secret US-Taliban Talks Near ‘Critical Juncture’ | US considers Gitmo prisoner transfer
Left Behind: Iraqis Who Helped US Occupation Forces Fear Revenge Attacks
Left Behind: Iraqis Who Helped US Occupation Forces Fear Revenge Attacks | ‘Special’ visa backlog keeps many stuck in Iraq