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Palestinians watched Barack Obama's section of the speech about Palestine en masse and as they listened the U.S. president telling the UN General Assembly that the Palestinians deserve their own state, but that this would only be achieved through talks with Israel, many still wondered why a country that supports change in Syria, Libya and Egypt, still threatens to veto their statehood bid.

Sep 21, 2011

Despite months of protests and a harsh response from the governments of both Yemen and Syria, it seems that in both countries protesters are left to fend for themselves as despite calls for calm to be restored, the international community has instead focused on Libya.

Sep 20, 2011

The standoff between the bailiffs and the residents of Dale Farm has started with members of the traveller community and activists claiming they will fight the "ethnic cleansing". So in the wake of David Cameron's speech on the riots with a strong emphasis on morality and days after singer Kelis spoke out about the insidious nature of racism in Britain, is the Dale Farm eviction an illustration of the increasing dislike of cultural differences or simply based on the non-respect of the ...

Sep 19, 2011

Ever since Palestinian leaders announced their intention to seek UN membership as an indepentend state in September, critics have attacked the Palestinian strategy and even ridiculed the idea that it would provide Palestinians on the ground with better opportunities.

Sep 16, 2011

With the National Transitional Council establishing itself in Tripoli, senior NATO leaders including French President Nicolas Sarkozy are visiting Libya for the first time since Col. Muammar Gaddafi was ousted.

Sep 15, 2011

The Palestinian statehood bid at the United Nations is threatening to turn into a real diplomatic incident as supporters and opponents battle over whether or not Palestinian leaders should go ahead with the move.

Sep 14, 2011

Following the attack of British couple who were holidaying in Lamu, Kenya in the luxury resort called Kiwayu Safari Village were attacked over the week-end, the piracy problem has come back on the international agenda.

Sep 13, 2011

The Palestinian Authority has officially launched its bid to become a full member of the United Nations, using its campaign to denounce what it sees as the United States' double standards.

Sep 08, 2011

Climate Change: UN and Rick Perry Opposed on the Science, Can a Deal Ever be Struck?

Sep 08, 2011

As controversy is still surrounding the war crimes committed during the Sri Lanka civil war in which between 10,000 and 20,000 civilians were killed in the final months of the conflict continues, Amnesty International said a national inquiry has failed so far to investigate war crimes by both the army and Tamil rebels.

Sep 07, 2011

NATO has temporarily stopped transferring detainees to a number of Afghan jails after a new report, yet to be published, uncovered accusations of torture and abuse NATO and United Nations officials said Tuesday.

Sep 07, 2011

Tensions between the UK, China and the Libyan Transitional Council (NTC) are increasing after allegations of close ties to the Gaddafi regime threaten to derail the relationship the NTC has with its allies.

Sep 05, 2011

The Israeli government is finding itself in an increasingly difficult position after, in addition to being faced with internal and external protests, Turkey has announced its intention to expel the Israeli ambassador and to suspend all remaining military agreements with Israel after details emerged of a United Nations report into last year's deadly raid on a Gaza-bound flotilla.

Sep 02, 2011

Libyan dictator Colonel Muammar Gaddafi is a "monster" and the world will be better off without him, Prime Minister David Cameron has said.

Sep 02, 2011

Despite Bahrain recognising the Libyan Transitional Council, it seems that the government is slower to cope with protesters demanding more reforms as sources say clashes between demonstrators and security forces are occurring regularly.

Sep 01, 2011

Throughout the last six months, Algeria has been a constant feature of the conflict: imaginary or real ally of Gaddafi, the country has been accused throughout the months of sending troops, arming Gaddafi forces or sheltering the former dictator.

Sep 01, 2011

As violent clashes between Muslims and Christians in Nigeria continue to make more casualties, religious tensions continue to threaten the stability of the country.

Sep 01, 2011

British Prime Minister David Cameron and French President Nicholas Sarkozy will jointly host an international conference Thursday to build support for the new administration in Libya.

Sep 01, 2011

The United Nations reported Monday that a deadlier strain of the bird flu virus had been discovered in the Far East.

Aug 31, 2011

As the quest for Gaddafi intensifies, world powers are already planning their next strategic move to optimise their relationship with Libya, strategizing their next moves for relations with Libya, proving that the race for the best deals has now truly started.

Aug 24, 2011

The United Nations announced on Friday it would mount an operation to evacuate thousands of foreigners trapped in Tripoli as the rebels prepare for a potential assault on the capital.

Aug 19, 2011

Hopes for a untied Palestinian leadership were recently reignited after a surprise agreement was signed just a few months ago, but recent events prove dissentions are still very much in the way.

Aug 17, 2011

Charities and organisations such as the UN are launching campaigns to raise funds for drought affected East Africa as 10 million people risk losing their life because of famine.

Aug 17, 2011

Assad’s “Attack” on Palestinian Refugees : A History of Oppression ?

Aug 16, 2011

After months of unrest and violence, the international community, which supported Allassane Ouattara, hoped the new Ivory Coast government would be able to restore calm and stability, but the United Nations (UN) have warned 26 people have been executed in just one month.

Aug 12, 2011

A Chinese newspaper lashed-out at the world's media, calling all reports linking the Chinese government to the recently discovered Operation Shady RAT irresponsible.

Aug 05, 2011

Following McAfee's discovery that as many as 72 governments and companies networks have been compromised in what is believed to be a state sponsored hacking campaign, the world's eyes have once again fallen on China, leading to the question; has China become the world's cyber scape-goat?

Aug 04, 2011

U.S. weather experts warned of "torrential rain" and "life-threatening flash floods and mud slides" as Tropical storm of Emily is set to reach Haiti, a country still struggling to recover from the devastating January 2010 earthquake which killed an estimated 225,000 people.

Aug 04, 2011

Showing that members of the Security Council are still divided over whether or not the United Nations need to take a stronger stand following the situation in Syria, discussions have yet failed to produce any clear legal instrument.

Aug 03, 2011

With news just breaking that over 72 government and private organisations have fallen victim to cyber attacks, the debate about cyber security is more pertinent than ever. Yet, as Anonymous hackers continue to be targeted by the FBI, the question arises; has Anonymous and LulzSec's "hacktivism" helped the world get serious about hacking before it's too late?

Aug 03, 2011