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Syrian children killed in rebel attack on Homs school

Sun Dec 22, 2013 19:41:46

Syria militants have rammed a bomb-laden car to a school in Syrian western Homs Province, killing at least 20 people including children.

Israelis use US spying to bargain for Pollard release

Sun Dec 22, 2013 19:15:49

Israeli authorities have called on the United States, their strongest supporter in the world, to stop snooping on their affairs and release Jonathan Pollard who used to spy for them on US.

Saudi king promotes son to Mecca governor

Sun Dec 22, 2013 18:27:06

Saudi King Abdullah Abdul-Aziz has appointed his son Prince Mishaal as governor of Mecca Province, one of the most prominent jobs in the country.

Activists condemn Israel use of excessive force

Sun Dec 22, 2013 17:29:25

A human rights group has expressed "deep concern" at Israeli occupation forces’ use of excessive force in Friday's fatal shooting of a young Palestinian.

Half a million wounded in Syria's war: ICRC

Sun Dec 22, 2013 14:56:03

Half a million people across war-hit Syria have been wounded, many of them lacking access to basic healthcare and treatment, the International Committee for the Red Cross says.

5 children, 2 workers killed in Syria car bombing

Sun Dec 22, 2013 14:07:01

At least seven civilians, including five schoolchildren, have been killed in a car bomb explosion near a primary school in the Syrian town of Um al-Amad in Homs Province.

Militants kill 12 in attack on Syrian church

Sun Dec 22, 2013 11:23:22

Syria’s foreign-backed militants have killed 12 people in an attack against a church in the southwest of the country.

Arab League: Not even 1 Israeli force allowed in Palestine

Sat Dec 21, 2013 21:19:01

The Arab League has strongly rejected US proposals to have Israeli forces stationed on the eastern border of Palestinian state.

In pictures: Millions of pilgrims walk toward Karbala

Sat Dec 21, 2013 20:52:12

Muslim pilgrims from all around the world head to the historic city of Karbala to take part in the Arbaeen religious ceremony which marks the 40th day after martyrdom of Prophet Mohammed's grandson, Imam Hussein (PBUH).

Syria wants Iran present in Geneva talks: PM

Sat Dec 21, 2013 19:58:57

Syrian Prime Minister Wael al-Halqi says his country wants Iran to participate in the upcoming peace conference aimed at ending Syria’s deadly crisis.

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