Analysts Say Leaked ‘Palestine Papers’ Will Impact Prospects for Peace

The release this week by Qatar-based Al-Jazeera of what it calls “The Palestine Papers” has raised more questions about the

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Rights Groups Demand Impartial Probe Into Ugandan Activist’s Death

As Ugandan police begin their investigation, the death of prominent Ugandan rights activist David Kato is being roundly condemned by

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Rival Ivory Coast Governments Lobby for Support Before AU Summit

Ivory Coast’s rival presidents are working to secure international support for their competing governments ahead of this weekend’s African Union

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Nelson Mandela Returns Home to Convalesce

Nelson Mandela returned home from the hospital in an ambulance to convalesce after being discharged earlier. At a media briefing

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US Backs Rights of Protesters in Mideast Upheaval

The Obama administration is openly supporting the rights of demonstrators in political unrest in the Middle East that threatens the

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Signs Taliban commanders ready for talks – UK Foreign Office

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here are encouraging signs that senior Taliban commanders may be ready to enter talks with Afghan authorities about ending their

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Egypt Shuts Down Internet Ahead Of Friday Protests

Egypt’s interior ministry warned of “decisive measures” as dissidents planned to rally after Friday noon prayers for a fourth day

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Egypt Braces For Bigger Protests

(RFE/RL) — Egyptian protesters demanding the ouster of President Hosni Mubarak are expecting large turnouts at rallies today. Organizers are

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Japan volcano continues eruption activities

A volcano in southwestern Japan continued erupting Friday, disrupting transportation services and covering fields in nearby cities with ash. The

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Egypt’s Opposition Gears Up for More Protests

Egypt’s largest organized opposition group, the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood, says it will join major anti-government protests planned to take place

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