U.S. President Barack Obama says he is “appalled” by Syria’s use of violence against its own people, after rights activists said an army attack on the central city of Hama killed at least 80 people. The White House released a statement Sunday that the “horrifying” reports out of Hama are demonstrating the “true character” of […]
US President, UN Chief Condemn Syria’s Assault on Hama
Posted July 31st, 2011 at 2:00 pm (UTC-5)
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Syrian Raid on Hama Kills 45
Posted July 31st, 2011 at 1:40 pm (UTC-5)
Syrian activists say soldiers backed by tanks have fired on citizens during a raid in the flashpoint city of Hama, killing at least 45 people. Activists say the sound of machine guns and tank shells echoed across the city Sunday. Medical officials say hospitals are overrun with scores of wounded people and are in desperate […]
Muslim World Marks Ramadan
Posted July 31st, 2011 at 1:30 pm (UTC-5)
Muslims around the world are observing Ramadan, the holiest month on the Islamic calendar. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The start of the holiday is determined by the appearance of the new moon. Ramadan marks the time more than 1,400 years ago when Muslims believe the words of the Quran […]
RAMADAN FACTBOX
Posted July 31st, 2011 at 1:30 pm (UTC-5)
Here are key facts concerning the Muslim holy month of Ramadan -Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. -The start of Ramadan is determined by the appearance of a new moon. -Muslims are expected to refrain from eating, drinking and sex from daybreak and sunset during Ramadan. -After sunset, Muslims celebrate with […]
Syrian Raid on Hama Kills 45
Posted July 31st, 2011 at 1:00 pm (UTC-5)
Syrian activists say soldiers backed by tanks have fired on citizens during a raid in the flashpoint city of Hama, killing at least 45 people. Activists say the sound of machine guns and tank shells echoed across the city Sunday. Medical officials say hospitals are overrun with scores of wounded people and are in desperate […]
Israeli PM Offers Talks on Economy; Finance Official Resigns
Posted July 31st, 2011 at 11:40 am (UTC-5)
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is offering steps to deal with the economic situation in Israel, one day after the largest turnout for protests demanding the government do something about the rising cost of living. Mr. Netanyahu on Sunday said he was setting up a committee to open talks with protesters. He told his Cabinet […]
Iran Will Announce US Hikers Verdict By Next Week: Lawyer
Posted July 31st, 2011 at 10:40 am (UTC-5)
The lawyer for the American hikers jailed in Iran on spying charges says the court will announce its verdict by next week. Attorney Masoud Shafiei made the announcement after Iran held its final court hearing on the case Sunday, exactly two years since Shane Bauer, Josh Fattal and Sarah Shourd were arrested on charges that […]
Syrian Raid on Hama Kills 45
Posted July 31st, 2011 at 9:05 am (UTC-5)
Syrian activists say soldiers backed by tanks have fired on citizens during a raid in the flashpoint city of Hama, killing at least 45 people. Activists say the sound of machine guns and tank shells echoed across the city Sunday. Medical officials say hospitals are overrun with scores of wounded people and are in desperate […]
Syrian Raid on Hama Kills 23
Posted July 31st, 2011 at 5:20 am (UTC-5)
Activists and witnesses in Syria say army tanks rolled into the central city of Hama early Sunday, killing at least 23 people. The death toll is expected to rise. The witnesses say there has been heavy gunfire in Hama, which has been the scene of large protests against President Bashar al-Assad. Activists say Mr. Assad […]
Syrian Troops Storm Hama,Casualties Involved
Posted July 31st, 2011 at 3:00 am (UTC-5)
Activists and witnesses in Syria say troops in tanks stormed into the central city of Hama early Sunday, killing at least 13 people. The witnesses say there has been heavy gunfire in Hama, which has been the scene of large protests against President Bashar al-Assad. Activists say Mr. Assad is trying to crush the largely […]
