Police in northeastern Kenya say an attack near the Somali border has killed at least six people, including four police officers. Authorities said gunmen opened fire and threw an explosive device at a police camp in the town of Gerille late Wednesday. Local officials say the dead included an immigration officer and a civilian. They […]
Attack in Kenya Kills 6 Near Somali Border
Posted January 12th, 2012 at 7:55 am (UTC-5)
Leave a comment
Taliban Statement: Ready for Afghan Peace Talks
Posted January 12th, 2012 at 7:10 am (UTC-5)
The Taliban says its political wing is ready to enter peace talks to end the war in Afghanistan. In an emailed statement, the group said it has increased its efforts to bring about peace in the troubled nation. But it also reiterated its opposition to the current Afghan constitution, and it referred to the government […]
Militants Kill 14 Pakistani Soldiers
Posted January 11th, 2012 at 6:15 pm (UTC-5)
Pakistani officials say at least 14 paramilitary soldiers were killed late Wednesday when suspected Baluch separatists ambushed their vehicle in southwestern Baluchistan province. The officials said the incident took place in Turbat district near the Iranian border. Baluchistan is home to various militant groups, including pro-Taliban factions, as well as Baluch militants. The province has […]
Bombing Kills Iranian Nuclear Scientist
Posted January 11th, 2012 at 12:10 pm (UTC-5)
Iranian media say a bomb blast in Tehran has killed a university professor who also worked as a scientist on Iran’s nuclear program. The Fars news agency said two unidentified people on a motorcycle planted the bomb under the car of Mostafa Ahmadi Roshan, killing him and his driver on Wednesday. The report said a […]
Syrian President Rallies Supporters, Western Journalist Killed in Violence
Posted January 11th, 2012 at 11:45 am (UTC-5)
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad made a rare public appearance, telling thousands of supporters in Damascus that his government will triumph over what he calls a “conspiracy” behind 10 months of opposition unrest. Meanwhile, a French television reporter became the first Western journalist to be killed since the unrest began 10 months ago. France 2 Television […]
Race for Republican Nomination Marches South
Posted January 11th, 2012 at 11:05 am (UTC-5)
Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney is taking his presidential campaign to South Carolina, aiming to solidify his bid to secure the Republican nomination. Romney kicks off his South Carolina campaign Wednesday fresh off a victory in Tuesday’s New Hampshire primary, winning 39 percent of the vote. Texas Congressman Ron Paul finished second with 23 percent […]
US Treasury Secretary Seeks Chinese Support for Iran Oil Sanctions
Posted January 11th, 2012 at 10:05 am (UTC-5)
U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner held talks with Chinese officials Wednesday on the U.S. push for new sanctions aimed at pressuring Iran to end its controversial nuclear program. But China gave no public hint it is willing to go along with the U.S. measures, as Geithner wrapped up a two-day visit to Beijing. Geithner met […]
Pressure Mounts on Nigerian Government Over Fuel Prices
Posted January 11th, 2012 at 8:30 am (UTC-5)
Thousands of Nigerians are demonstrating against soaring fuel costs for a third straight day, as the country’s main oil unions consider joining the protest. Leaders with the two main unions — one for senior staff, one for workers — said Wednesday they are discussing a possible shutdown of oil production and exports. The move could […]
7.3-magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Western Indonesia Coast
Posted January 10th, 2012 at 6:45 pm (UTC-5)
A powerful earthquake has hit waters off the western coast of Indonesia’s Sumatra island, but there were no immediate reports of casualties. The U.S. Geological Survey says that the magnitude 7.3 earthquake hit Tuesday at a depth of 29 km, 423 kilometers of Banda Aceh on Sumatra. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said “a destructive […]
Geithner Opens Iran Sanctions Talks in Beijing
Posted January 10th, 2012 at 12:50 pm (UTC-5)
U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner is in Beijing for talks aimed at convincing Chinese officials to support U.S. sanctions against Iran’s oil industry. Geithner is seeking Chinese cooperation with recently enacted U.S. legislation that calls for sanctions against financial institutions that deal with Iran’s Central Bank, which is its main clearinghouse for oil exports. The […]
