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Egyptian activists to rally against torture
March 31, 2011Egyptian activists have called for a protest Friday against torture, which they say continues under the nation's new army leadership. The call comes as the army pledges to help Egypt transition to the rule of law, beginning with an amended constitution...
Libyan opposition says more aid needed to oust Gadhafi
March 31, 2011The leader of the opposition Justice and Democracy Party of Libya says logistical and intelligence support from the international community are two key elements “urgently” needed by the revolutionaries seeking to force Libyan leader Moammar...
Syrians await President Assad's address
March 30, 2011Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is expected to address the nation in his first speech since anti-government demonstrations erupted two weeks ago. More than 60 people have been killed during violent protests that began in the southern city of Deraa....
Obama not ruling out arming Libya rebels
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March 30, 2011US President Barack Obama has said he does not rule out arming the rebels seeking to overthrow Libyan leader Colonel Muammar Gaddafi. He said in an interview that Col Gaddafi had been greatly weakened and would ultimately step down. Pro-Gaddafi forces...
Libya: Allies meet for Libya conference in London
March 29, 2011Members of the international community are to hold a meeting in London later to discuss the next steps for Libya amid the UN-backed military action. UK Prime Minister David Cameron said he hoped the meeting of about 40 delegations would ensure "...
Nato takes over Libya no-fly zone
March 25, 2011Nato says it has agreed to take over responsibility from the US for enforcing the no-fly zone over Libya. Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen said talks would continue on giving Nato a "broader responsibility", with a decision possible...
Yemen tense as capital Sanaa sees huge rival rallies
March 25, 2011Tens of thousands of people are attending rival mass rallies in Yemen's capital Sanaa, a week after some 50 people were shot dead at a protest. Protesters predicted their biggest rally yet to demand the resignation of President Ali Abdullah Saleh. Mr...
Libya: William Hague says Nato control days away
March 25, 2011Nato will be able to take over command of the entire military operation in Libya within days, according to UK Foreign Secretary William Hague. He says he has "every expectation" the alliance will assume full command. So far, Nato has agreed...
Egypt set for post-rebellion constitutional referendum
March 19, 2011Egypt is set to vote on constitutional changes drawn up in the weeks since authoritarian ruler Hosni Mubarak was overthrown in a popular uprising. The changes, if approved, will reduce the president's time in office and oblige the leader to appoint a...
Libya: President Obama gives Gaddafi ultimatum
March 19, 2011US President Barack Obama has said Libyan government forces must end their offensive against rebel-held towns and pull back - or face military action. He said the terms of a UN Security Council resolution backing action to defend civilians were "...
