British Ambassador to Lebanon Tom Fletcher denied on Wednesday that blacklisting Hizbullah is a justification for Israeli action in the country. “Blacklisting Hizbullah's military wing is not a justification for Israeli action in Lebanon, but

A train hurtled off the tracks in northwest Spain killing at least 77 passengers and injuring more than 140, an official said Thursday, with the media suggesting the tragedy could be due to speeding. Four

Officials from India and China held talks Tuesday on steps to strengthen "peace and tranquility" along their border, following a stand-off in May over troop movements. Defense and foreign affairs officials from both sides started

The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) is holding a health awareness campaign in four malls during Ramadan, to achieve community participation and advise people on the importance of a healthy lifestyle. The ‘Awareness Campaign for

The United Arab Emirates ordered two military surveillance satellites from France on Monday, in a deal worth more than 700 million euros ($913.2 million). The Falcon Eye deal, signed in Abu Dhabi over competition from

President Barack Obama on Monday pledged to unveil "bold" ideas to help America's struggling middle class as part of a fresh offensive to boost the economy. Speaking to members of the Organizing for Action (OFA)

Noted Islamic scholar Dr Yousuf Al Qaradawi (pictured) has denied that he has been expelled from Qatar, and said some media reports suggesting this are false and malicious. Pooh-poohing reports in sections of

Clashes between supporters and opponents of Mohamed Morsi killed four people on Monday as the ousted Egyptian president's family vowed to sue the army over his ouster. At least 28 people were also injured

A file photo dated shows Lebanese protesters carrying a replica rocket and poster of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah during a demonstration organized by the Palestinian and Lebanese parties BRUSSELS: The European Union agreed yesterday

U.S. authorities plan to hold long-delayed hearings for dozens of detainees held at Guantanamo to decide if they still pose a threat to the United States, the Pentagon said Monday. President Barack Obama had ordered