Egypt, Algeria Cool Tensions Before Soccer Match

Egypt, Algeria Cool Tensions Before Soccer Match

U.S. Forces Take On Major Role at Ethnic Border in Iraq

U.S. Forces Take On Major Role at Ethnic Border in Iraq

A string of checkpoints along the informal Kurdish boundary constitutes the most significant military mission by U.S. forces since they largely pulled back to their bases in June.

Iran Opposition Leaders Drop Demand for New Election

Iran Opposition Leaders Drop Demand for New Election

Two of Iran’s opposition leaders, Mohammed Khatami and Mehdi Karroubi, said they accept Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as the head of state, according to Iranian news services.

Entrenched Monarchy Thwarts Aspirations for Modernity

Entrenched Monarchy Thwarts Aspirations for Modernity

The financial crisis and recent criminal cases demonstrate that the United Arab Emirates remain an absolute monarchy, where the law is capricious.

Diplomatic Hand Extended: Furor May Erupt if Shaken

Diplomatic Hand Extended: Furor May Erupt if Shaken

Iran angrily denied reports that its tourism minister shook hands with his Israeli counterpart, which would have violated Iran’s strict anti-Israeli policies.

Just a note...

Sorry, if I didn't clarify this earlier, but you are only responsible for the posts on this blog from this week onwards. The previous posts (while interesting) are not relevant for the class.

Thanks!

Aleksandra

Barred Politicians Mostly Secular, Iraqi Says

Barred Politicians Mostly Secular, Iraqi Says

A commission’s decision to bar about 500 candidates from March’s parliamentary elections has angered Sunnis, who feel they are being excluded from Iraqi politics.