The United States and the European Union expressed cautious optimism Friday about Iran’s offer to resume talks with world powers about its nuclear program. Speaking at the State Department Friday, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and European Union foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton said they are evaluating an Iranian letter on restarting the stalled […]
US, EU Cautious on Iran Offer to Resume Talks
Posted February 17th, 2012 at 1:15 pm (UTC-5)
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ECOWAS Supports Mali Against Taureg Rebels
Posted February 17th, 2012 at 12:55 pm (UTC-5)
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has voiced support for Mali’s government, which is battling Taureg rebels in the country’s north. In a communique Friday, ECOWAS condemned the rebellion, said it supported Mali’s efforts to “defend its territorial integrity,” and called for peace talks. ECOWAS also pledged $3 million for humanitarian assistance to […]
US Congress Passes Payroll Tax Extension
Posted February 17th, 2012 at 12:40 pm (UTC-5)
The U.S. Congress has passed a bill renewing a payroll tax cut for 160 million workers and long-term unemployment benefits for many others. The House of Representatives and the Senate passed the measure swiftly on Friday and sent it to President Barack Obama to sign into law. The measure extends the tax cut and benefits […]
Libyans Mark First Anniversary of Revolution
Posted February 17th, 2012 at 12:40 pm (UTC-5)
Libyans are celebrating the first anniversary of the revolution that led to the overthrow of former dictator Moammar Gadhafi’s 42-year rule. Following Muslim prayers Friday, hundreds of flag-waving demonstrators gathered in the main square in the eastern city of Benghazi, the birthplace of the opposition movement. Security officials are on high alert in Benghazi, and […]
Syrian Troops Shell Central City Following UN Condemnation
Posted February 17th, 2012 at 12:30 pm (UTC-5)
Activists say Syrian troops are shelling rebel-held areas in the central city of Homs, just one day after the U.N. General Assembly condemned the regime for violating human rights in its crackdown. The activists said tank fire and artillery shelling Friday hit four neighborhoods in the central city which has spearheaded the 11-month uprising against […]
Pakistan, Iran, Afghanistan Vow Cooperation on Terrorism
Posted February 17th, 2012 at 12:25 pm (UTC-5)
The leaders of Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan have jointly pledged to strengthen cooperation on eradicating extremism, terrorism and militancy in the region. At the end of a trilateral summit in Islamabad on Friday, officials of the three countries also vowed to contribute to the development and reconstruction in Afghanistan. From the Pakistani capital, Ayaz Gul […]
Clinton: Resuming Iran Talks Would Require ‘Sustained Effort’
Posted February 17th, 2012 at 12:10 pm (UTC-5)
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says if major powers resume talks with Iran about its nuclear program, the discussion would have to be a “sustained effort that can produce results.” Speaking at the State Department Friday with European Union foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton, Clinton said the U.S., EU and their partner countries are […]
Syrian Troops Shell Central City Following UN Condemnation
Posted February 17th, 2012 at 11:25 am (UTC-5)
Activists say Syrian troops are shelling rebel-held areas in the central city of Homs, just one day after the U.N. General Assembly condemned the regime for violating human rights in its crackdown. The activists said tank fire and artillery shelling Friday hit four neighborhoods in the central city which has spearheaded the 11-month uprising against […]
ECOWAS Supports Mali Against Taureg Rebels
Posted February 17th, 2012 at 11:25 am (UTC-5)
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has voiced support for Mali’s government, which is battling Taureg rebels in the country’s north. In a communique Friday, ECOWAS condemned the rebellion, said it supported Mali’s efforts to “defend its territorial integrity,” and called for peace talks. ECOWAS also pledged $3 million for humanitarian assistance to […]
Libyans Mark First Anniversary of Revolution
Posted February 17th, 2012 at 10:40 am (UTC-5)
Libyans are celebrating the first anniversary of the revolution that led to the overthrow of former dictator Moammar Gadhafi’s 42-year rule. Hundreds of flag-waving people gathered Friday at the main square in the eastern city of Benghazi, the birthplace of the opposition movement. Security officials are on high alert in Benghazi, and roadblocks have been […]
