Moscow says Syrian government agrees ‘in principle’ to join talks
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The Syrian Opposition Coalition is skeptical about the announcement, cites its ‘lack of clarity.’
Rafsanjani reacts to ejection from Iranian vote with relief, warnings
Two days after being barred from the presidential race, the former leader draws support from key Iranians.
In Jerusalem and Ramallah, Kerry pushes for Mideast peace talks
The top U.S. diplomat urges Israeli and Palestinian leaders to return to the negotiating table.
Over protests, Israel plans to double prayer space at Western Wall
The plan is aimed at appeasing American Jews and accommodating liberal Judaism at the Old City wall.
Syrian conflict exacerbates sectarian tensions across region
The rising violence in a Lebanese city is evidence of increasing regional entanglement in Syria’s war.
Kerry promises wider U.S. support for Syrian rebels if diplomacy fails
At conference in Jordan, Kerry says peace process will be hard and slow but remains the best option.
Iran presidential campaign begins without two big names
Ahmadinejad protests decision to bar his top aide and suggests he will seek to have it reversed.
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Fighting in Syria
Violence escalates between government and opposition forces in key Syrian cities.
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Islamists in Egypt
Since ousting Mubarak, the Islamists and liberals have quarreled over Egypt’s religious tenor.
Palin makes trip to holy site in Jerusalem
Palin visited a Jewish holy site in Jerusalem soon after arriving in Israel.
Making demands across the Middle East
Demonstrations inspired by uprisings in Egypt and Tunisia quickly spread.
Making demands across the Middle East
Demonstrations inspired by uprisings in Egypt and Tunisia quickly spread.
Clearing Tahrir Square
Egypt’s army and military police try to clear the last protesters from Cairo's main square.
After Egypt’s regime change
Ruling council says it will run the country for six months, or until elections are held.
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