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Malaysia get Japan and Syria in same group for Olympic qualifiers 
The Star Online - Sep 17 5:06 PM
KUALA LUMPUR: Japan have been drawn in the same group as Malaysia and Syria in the Asian qualifiers for the Beijing Olympics football tournament while Australia are in a tough group, including Iran and Saudi Arabia.Syria Caught Sneaking In North Korean Weapons Strategy Page - Sep 17 4:17 AM
September 17, 2006: A cargo ship, the Gregorio 1, headed for Syria, was stopped in Cyprus, on September 5th, because of an Interpol alert that the ship might be involved in weapons smuggling.Syria Calls for Assistance to Stop Weapons Smuggling Israel National News - Sep 16 6:42 PM
(IsraelNN.com) German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier reported that Syrian authorities have called on European Union (EU) nations to assist in Syria s efforts towards preventing the smuggling of arms into Lebanon by Hizbullah.EU could deploy troops on Lebanon-Syria border Al Jazeera - Sep 16 12:20 PM
The European Union ( EU ), which provides half of the troops needed for the UN peace-keeping mission in war-torn Lebanon, is considering a Syrian request that first arose during contacts between President Bashar al-Assad and Kofi Annan, the UN secretary-general, to deploy troops on the country s border with Syria.EU could deploy troops on Lebanon-Syria border - Al Jazeera - Sep 16 11:20 AM
The European Union (EU), which provides half of the troops needed for the UN peace-keeping mission in war-torn Lebanon, is considering a Syrian request that first arose during contacts between the President Bashar al-Assad, the Syrian president, and Kofi Annan, the UN secretary-general, to deploy troops on the country s border with Syria.Soccer: Japan to play Malaysia, Syria in Olympic qualifiers Kyodo via Yahoo! Asia News - Sep 16 5:55 AM
_ Japan will open their qualifying campaign for the Beijing Olympic soccer tournament in the second round against Malaysia, Syria and the winner of the first-round tie between Hong Kong and Bangladesh in Group B, the Japan Football Association said Saturday.Syrian border may be problem for Lebanon AP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 12:10 PM
The brown sedan kicks up dirt as it speeds along the small trail and crosses the border from Syria with no security forces in sight another reminder how hard it will be for Lebanon to keep weapons from being smuggled to rearm Hezbollah.Jordan's king admits difficulties in Syria ties Reuters via Yahoo! Asia News - Sep 16 3:22 AM
CAIRO (Reuters) - Jordan's King Abdullah said in remarks published on Saturday he had struggled to improve ties with Syria since Bashar al-Assad became president in 2000.Syria: Asks EU To Help Stop Arms Smuggling India Daily - Sep 16 7:53 AM
Syria has requested assistance from several EU states, including Germany, in stopping arms smuggling across its border, German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier said Sept. 15.Ex-Palestinian PM may see Hamas chief in Syria AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 16 12:45 PM
Former Palestinian premier Ahmad Qorei arrived in Damascus as the personal envoy of president Mahmud Abbas on a mission during which he may also meet exiled Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal.UN Refugee Agency Appeals To Syria Scoop.co.nz - Sep 15 7:35 PM
Voicing deep concern about the fate of three Iranian Arabs being held in Syria, the United Nations refugee agency today urged their release.EU considers deployment of troops on Lebanon-Syria border People's Daily - Sep 15 5:23 PM
The European Union (EU) is considering the possibility of deploying troops on the Lebanon- Syria border.Embassy escapes, but militancy on rise in Syria Reuters via Yahoo! News - Sep 14 10:54 AM
The militants who attacked the U.S. embassy in Syria this week botched the job, but more potent and experienced groups are at large in the country, officials and diplomats said on Thursday.U.S. moves to reduce diplomatic presence in Syria Reuters - Sep 15 11:28 AM
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States moved to reduce its diplomatic presence in Syria on Thursday following an attack on its embassy in Damascus, by offering free flights home to dependents and nonessential diplomats who wish to leave.4th Gunman in Syria Embassy Attack Dies ABC News - Sep 14 9:51 PM
4th Militant Dies of His Wounds a Day After a Brazen Attack on U.S. Embassy in SyriaSyrian border may be problem for Lebanon Syracuse.com - Sep 17 12:29 PM
YANTA, Lebanon (AP) The brown sedan kicks up dirt as it speeds along the small trail and crosses the border from Syria with no security forces in sight another reminder how hard it will be for Lebanon to keep weapons from being smuggled to rearm Hezbollah.Syria Travel Warning Kansas City InfoZine - Sep 15 4:09 AM
This Travel Warning is being issued to alert U.S. citizens to increased security concerns in Syria following the September 12 attack against the U.S. Embassy in Damascus. As a result, the Department of State has authorized the departure of dependents and non-emergency employees at the U.S. Embassy in Damascus on a voluntary basis. In light of these security concerns in Syria, the Department of [ENS] Episcopal priest in Syria recounts experience of U.S. embassy attack [Press Release] Worldwide Faith News - Sep 15 2:59 PM
[ENS] The Rev. Bob Blackwell and wife Kay, appointed missionaries of theEpiscopal Church who live in Damascus, Syria, were at their home onSeptember 12 when Syrian guards foiled an attempt by suspected AlQaeda-linked militants to blow up the U.S. embassy.The guards exchanged fire outside the compounds walls with gunmen whotried to storm in with automatic weapons and hand grenades.Islamists? Rise Imperils Mideast?s Order New York Times - 47 minutes ago
From Egypt to Saudi Arabia, the order that emerged after World War II has seen its influence challenged in the wave of instability washing across the Middle East.Public Meeting in London: Iran and US War Drive in Middle East Payvand Iran News - Sep 17 9:15 AM
Since 2001, the US and its allies have waged three wars in Afghanistan, Iraq and Lebanon with disastrous consequences in each case. Are Iran and Syria the next targets in the US government's "war on terror"? -CAMIIIraqi Official Calls on Syria to Clamp Down on Terrorists Fox News - Sep 14 11:59 AM
Iraq to spend more on jobs and reconstruction to fight insurgents but Syria needs to help too, says Deputy Prime Minister Barham Saleh.Most Tribes in Anbar Agree to Unite Against Insurgents New York Times - 1 hour, 46 minutes ago
The move was seen as an encouraging sign for American and Iraqi officials as more suicide bombings rocked Kirkuk and Falluja.Abbas halts talks coalition with Hamas AP via Yahoo! News - 25 minutes ago
Coalition talks between Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and the militant group Hamas have stalled over U.S. demands that a national unity government recognize Israel, Palestinian officials said Sunday.Syria: Surviving Embassy Attacker Dies New York Times - Sep 13 11:13 PM
The sole survivor of the four-man team of Syrians that attacked the American Embassy in Damascus on Tuesday died of his wounds without being questioned, Syria?s official news agency reported. The assailant?s death left Syrian authorities with nothing but the physical evidence left behind to piece together the origins of the attack and its possible motivations. The Syrian government and the US reduces diplomatic presence in Syria The Peninsula - Sep 14 10:19 PM
washington The United States moved to reduce its diplomatic presence in Syria yesterday following an attack on its embassy in Damascus, by offering free flights home to dependents and nonessential diplomats who wish to leave.Mixed reaction as pope expresses regret AP via Yahoo! News - 2 hours, 8 minutes ago
Pope Benedict XVI said Sunday that he is "deeply sorry" his remarks on Islam and violence offended Muslims, but the unusual expression of papal regret drew a mixed reaction from Islamic leaders as the Vatican worried about a backlash of violence.A Real Test for the Palestinians New York Times - 1 hour, 58 minutes ago
Hamas?s admission of weakness could provide at least a chance to quell the violence and resuscitate peace talks. The Bush administration should not squander the opportunity.As Senator Falters, a Democrat Rises in Virginia New York Times - 2 hours, 29 minutes ago
Democrat James Webb?s emblematic battle against Senator George Allen, a Republican, has become truly competitive.Iraqi Tribes to Join Forces to Fight Insurgents New York Times - Sep 17 3:43 PM
An influential tribal leader announced the agreement to fight Al Qaeda insurgents today, while in Kirkuk, suicide bombers killed over two dozen people.Syria seeks EU help on arms control Financial Times - Sep 14 2:45 PM
European Union foreign ministers will on Friday discuss a request from Syria for Italy and Germany to provide technical support to help curtail weapons smuggling across its border with Lebanon.Pope's words spark violence USA Today - Sep 17 5:45 PM
It doesn't take much to spark a furor in parts of the Muslim world. Offensive cartoons in a Danish newspaper. Rumors that a Quran was flushed down a toilet in the prison camp at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. And, now, remarks by Pope Benedict XVI.A border that disappears as it gets closer International Herald Tribune - Sep 16 2:49 AM
Residents at the fuzzy border between Lebanon and Syria consider it meaningless, and say a ban on arms shipments will fail. Commentary: No Place Like Home Forbes - Sep 17 2:22 PM
Another reason housing stocks are good bets: Terrorism and kindred horrors increase our zest for the nest.Mideast Christians in uneasy position AP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 3:01 PM
Christians in the Middle East are growing uneasy over the widespread Muslim anger at Pope Benedict XVI, saying they increasingly worry about growing divisions between the two faiths.U.S. moves to reduce diplomatic presence in Syria Reuters - Sep 14 7:58 PM
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States moved on Thursday to reduce its diplomatic presence in Syria following this week's attack on its embassy in Damascus by offering free flights out of the country to non-essential diplomats and family members on a voluntary basis.Foreign doctors treat families The Myrtle Beach Sun News - Sep 17 12:14 AM
Dr. Charlie Abraham studied medicine at the University of Damascus, but these days he's far from his native Syria. Instead, he's treating patients at the busy Family Medical Center on a gritty stretch of Lake Street in Minneapolis.US: Syria must shutter terrorist offices AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 13 3:51 PM
The United States urged Syria to close down the offices of any "terrorist organizations" operating in Damascus.Chinese baritone wins international singing contest AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 1:00 PM
Chinese baritone Song-Hu Liu was awarded top place in the biannual 46th international singing contest, the first time an outright winner has been chosen since 2000.If you fool me ence Kurdish Media - Sep 17 1:36 AM
The Kurds have been fooled many times throughout history by their so-called "brothers," be it in Iraq, Turkey, Iran, or Syria. This comes from their too trusting nature compared with their enemies' devious and calculating ways.A Cease-Fire Drives Into a Mirage on a Border That Disappears as It Gets Closer New York Times - Sep 15 8:46 PM
A volatile flashpoint in the Middle East cease-fire is the question of arms crossing the fuzzy border between Lebanon and Syria.U.S. Embassy in Damascus Attacked WTOL News 11 - Sep 16 10:49 PM
DAMASCUS, SYRIA (AP) - Islamic militants attempted to storm the U.S. Embassy in Damascus on Tuesday using automatic rifles, hand grenades and at least one van rigged with explosives, the government said. Four people were killed in the brazen attack, including three of the assailants.Survivor of Attack on U.S. Embassy Dies in Syria New York Times - Sep 13 12:43 PM
The sole survivor of the four-man team that attacked the American embassy here Tuesday died of his wounds without being questioned, Syria?s official news agency reported.Fruit spread a versatile treat Detroit News - Sep 16 11:53 PM
A Damson plum is small and oval-shaped with indigo blue-colored skin and tart, yellow-green flesh. Its name comes from its place of origin -- Damascus, Syria.Abbas Halts Talks Coalition With Hamas ABC News - 10 minutes ago
Palestinian President Halts Coalition Talks With Hamas in Snarl Over ConcessionsEmbassy attack also hits close to home Royal Oak Daily Tribune - Sep 16 9:56 PM
ROYAL OAK -- Last week's terrorist attack at the U.S. Embassy in Damascus, Syria, touched Royal Oak closer than anyone could imagine.Syria thwarts embassy plot Detroit Free Press - Sep 14 2:17 AM
DAMASCUS, Syria -- Syrian guards foiled an attempt by militants with suspected links to Al Qaeda to blow up the U.S. Embassy on Tuesday, exchanging fire outside the compound's walls with gunmen shouting "God is great" as they tried to storm in with automatic weapons and hand grenades.US urges diplomats to leave Syria ITV.com - Sep 14 9:47 AM
The US is reducing its diplomatic presence in Syria following the attack on its embassy in Damascus. Free flights out of the country to non-essential diplomats and family members on a voluntary basis have been offered.US thanks Syria after embassy attack ITV.com - Sep 14 9:47 AM
The US has thanked Syria for foiling a terrorist attack on its embassy in Damascus. Four men shouting Islamic slogans tried to blow up the embassy but their car bomb failed to go off.Assad, Qorei discuss new Palestinian government AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 6:19 AM
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad held talks with former Palestinian prime minister Ahmad Qorei about efforts to form a new government of national unity in the territories.Extremism called rising threat in Syria Baltimore Sun - Sep 14 5:55 AM
The bold attack on the U.S. Embassy has thrown new light on what President Bashar Assad calls the growing threat in Syria from Islamic extremists. But some critics say the regime is exaggerating the problem for its own political gain. Arar report expected to be censored: newspaper CBC - Sep 16 11:16 AM
Maher Arar says he expects the report from the inquiry into his case will clear his name and explain why he was imprisoned and tortured in Syria. But a published report says parts of the report will be censored in the name of national security.Assad, Qorei discuss new Palestinian govt AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 5:04 AM
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad held talks with former Palestinian prime minister Ahmad Qorei about progress in the forming of a new government of national unity in the territories.Iraqi official says Syria's help is needed CTV.ca - Sep 14 10:54 AM
Iraq will spend more on jobs and reconstruction to battle the insurgency in the restive west, but neighboring Syria must clamp down on terrorists crossing the border.Syria investigating U.S. Embassy attack San Jose Mercury News - Sep 14 3:32 AM
The bold attack on the U.S. Embassy has thrown new light on what President Bashar al-Assad calls the growing threat in Syria from Islamist extremists. But some critics suspect the government may be exaggerating the problem for its own political gain.Syria sees chance to improve ties with US after attack AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 13 6:32 AM
Syria has suggested that its efforts in foiling a brazen daylight attack on the US embassy in Damascus could pave the way for an improvement in tense relations between the two nations.Syria: U.S. Embassy Issues Warning India Daily - Sep 14 12:09 PM
The U.S. Embassy in Damascus, Syria, issued a warning Sept. 14 advising U.S. citizens to exercise caution in the country. The warning comes in the wake of a Sept. 12 attack on the embassy by four gunmen.Syria: U.S. Policy Options Foreign Relations - Sep 15 2:46 PM
Bush administration officials rarely bestow kind words on the authoritarian regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. But after Syrian security forces repelled a September 12 attack on the U.S. embassy in Damascus, several members of the administration offered their praise.News Analysis From Israel - The Evil Will Come From the North: Part II Blogcritics.org - Sep 16 7:36 PM
Ma'aleh Levona, Israel 24 Elul 5766; 17 September, 2006 On 6 September, I wrote part I of this article, not ever realizing that there might be a part II. In that article, I cited a DEBKAfiles report of a naval buildup off south Lebanon , DEBKAfile analyzed the buildup as part of a joint American - NATO - Israeli plan to attack Iran, and possibly Syria. I read the same piece and offered Chavez's hostility alarming to South Florida's Venezuelan Jews Sun-Sentinel - 1 hour, 1 minute ago
President Hugo Chavez's early friendship with a Holocaust denier was the first jolt.DIMINISHING OPTIONS Pat Buchanan via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 3:49 AM
"Whatever mistakes have been made in Iraq, the worst mistake would be to think that if we pulled out, the terrorists would leave us alone. They will not leave us alone. They will follow us. The safety of America depends on the outcome of the battle in the streets of Baghdad."Yes, More Troops Would Help, a Bit New York Times - Sep 17 2:31 AM
In the lawless villages and empty deserts of Anbar Province, what could an American commander do if more troops showed up?The Curse Of Unwinnable Wars Stalks The Battlefield Space War - Sep 17 6:29 PM
by Arnaud De Borchgrave UPI Editor at Large Washington (UPI) Sep 15, 2006 The resurgent Taliban in Afghanistan sparked an urgent appeal from NATO Supreme Commander James L. Jones. He needs ASAP an additional 2,500 troops from the alliance's European members to reinforce the 20,000 now on the ground.Syria probes foiled attack on US embassy AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 13 1:28 AM
Syria was investigating who was behind a bold but foiled attack on the US embassy in Damascus in which Islamist gunmen used grenades, automatic weapons and two explosives-laden vehicles.Gunmen attack U.S. Embassy in Syria; al-Qaida tie suspected Baltimore Sun - Sep 13 10:04 PM
Gunmen with grenades and automatic weapons stormed the American Embassy in Damascus, Syria, early yesterday, the fifth major terrorist attack on the U.S. government outside of Iraq and Afghanistan since Sept. 11, 2001. Embassy attack puts Syria on alert The Christian Science Monitor via Yahoo! News - Sep 13 1:00 AM
An attack in Damascus on Tuesday morning that is being described by Syrian officials as an attempt to take over the US Embassy by "Islamist terrorists" helps to emphasize that while there is confrontation between US and Syria both countries are targets of Islamist militants.Gunmen open fire on Lebanese army post AP via Yahoo! News - Sep 15 5:54 AM
Gunmen opened fire on a Lebanese army post near the northern border with Syria overnight after smugglers were arrested there, the army said Friday.U.S. Flies Non-Essential Personnel Out of Syria Israel National News - Sep 14 7:57 AM
(IsraelNN.com) The United States offered free flights out of Syria to non-essential diplomatic personnel and family members on Thursday after issuing a travel warning to Americans there were increased security concerns in Syria. Some of the key players on the Canadian government side in the Maher Arar affair CP via Yahoo! Canada News - Sep 17 5:20 PM
(CP) - Key players on the Canadian government side in the Maher Arar affair:Webb, Allen spar over Iraq war in TV debate Richmond Times-Dispatch - 2 hours, 20 minutes ago
WASHINGTON -- Democratic challenger Jim Webb and Republican Sen. George Allen squared off over Iraq as the increasingly unpopular war dominated their nationally televised debate yesterday.Syrian president receives message from Abbas on Palestinian issue People's Daily - Sep 17 6:09 PM
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad on Sunday received a message from his Palestinian counterpart Mahmoud Abbas on the latest developments of the Palestinian issue, the official SANA news agency reported.Ottawa agrees to settlement talks in Arar lawsuit; inquiry to report Monday CP via Yahoo! Canada News - Sep 17 5:24 PM
OTTAWA (CP) - The federal government has opened the door to settling a lawsuit launched by Maher Arar, the engineer who wound up in a Syrian prison after being investigated by the RCMP.US lets some Syria embassy staff, families leave after attack AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 14 8:56 AM
The United States has authorised the voluntary departure of certain staff and dependents from the US embassy in Damascsus following an attack on the compound this week by suspected Islamic militants.Syria foils attack on U.S. facility Quad-City Times - Sep 13 10:35 PM
DAMASCUS, Syria Four armed men attacked the U.S. Embassy on Tuesday, killing one Syrian security guard and wounding several people in what authorities said was an attempt by Islamic guerrillas to storm the diplomatic compound.Police to Question Arab Lawmakers who Visited Syria Israel National News - Sep 14 6:42 AM
(IsraelNN.com) Police will be questioning Arab lawmakers who recently broke the law by visiting Syria, a hostile nation, without receiving special permission from Interior Ministry and security officials.Some key dates in the ordeal of Maher Arar CP via Yahoo! Canada News - Sep 17 3:38 PM
(CP) - Key dates in the ordeal of Maher Arar:Smugglers attack Lebanese army near Syrian border Reuters via Yahoo! News - Sep 15 4:26 AM
Gunmen fired on a Lebanese army post near the border with Syria, the first such incident since troops deployed last month to control the frontier, the official National News Agency reported on Friday.Abbas' envoy hopes Palestinian unity gov't formed soon People's Daily - Sep 17 6:24 PM
A senior Palestinian envoy expressed hope here on Sunday that a Palestinian national unity government would be formed soon based on a national accord document, the official SANA news agency reported.Summit in Havana Portends Rise of Anti-U.S. Alliances The New York Sun - 6 minutes ago
On the eve of Turtle Bay's busiest week of the year, Secretary-General Annan was in Havana, pressing the flesh of Presidents Ahmadinejad of Iran, Chavez of Venezuela, and Bashir of Sudan, and being honored with a meeting with Cuba's now reclusive leader, Fidel Castro. As they arrive at the annual General Assembly gabfest this week, American policy-makers should not mistake the Havana summiteers Bid to increase UAE share in date market Khaleej Times - 49 minutes ago
AL AIN The Al Foah Company has recently adopted a new marketing strategy aimed at increasing the share of delicious UAE dates in the international market.US authorizes departure of Syria embassy staff, families after attack AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 14 8:26 AM
The United States authorized the voluntary departure of certain staff and dependents from the US embassy in Damascsus following an attack on the compound this week by suspected Islamic militants.GOP Infighting on Detainees Intensifies Washington Post - Sep 16 8:43 PM
President Bush warned defiant Republican senators yesterday that he will close down a CIA interrogation program that he credited with thwarting terrorist attacks if they pass a proposal regulating detention of enemy combatants, escalating a politically charged battle that has exposed divisions...Maher Arar: Still under scrutiny four years after ordeal in Syrian prison CP via Yahoo! Canada News - Sep 17 2:59 PM
ABOARD FLIGHT AC124 (CP) - Even en route to see the report that he hopes will clear his name, Maher Arar can't escape the lens of the security spyglass.Pope s explanation accepted by some, but others say it s not enough Khaleej Times - 1 hour, 16 minutes ago
VATICAN CITY Some Muslim leaders accepted Pope Benedict XVI s explanation of his remarks on Islam and violence. Others said it wasn t enough, but cautioned followers against a violent backlash after attacks on churches in Palestinian areas and the slaying of a nun in Somalia.Pope Apologises to Moslems This Day - 1 hour, 17 minutes ago
Following days of strong criticism from the Muslim world, Pope Benedict XVI has caved in to pressure to make a public apology for statements he made in Bavaria last week, which offended adherents of the religion.News San Diego Union-Tribune - Sep 17 2:44 PM
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4th Militant Dies of Wounds Day After Attack on U.S. Embassy in Syria; Couldn't Be QuestionedVCUQ launches annual design contest The Peninsula - Sep 17 6:17 PM
Doha Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar (VCUQ), yesterday launched their fifth annual design competition. The theme this year "Designing a Better Future: If it was up to me" gives students the chance to create a vision of what an ideal future would be.After its war with Israel, Hezbollah is at odds with Lebanon's government USA Today - Sep 16 2:34 PM
A month after fighting in Lebanon ended, hostilities with Israel have given way to a political struggle between the Western-backed government and Hezbollah as Lebanese troops try to take control of the Islamic militant group's longtime southern stronghold. Inter-National Marriages Rife With Obstacles, Fraud Arab News - Sep 17 4:12 PM
JEDDAH, 18 September 2006 Nuha Mohammad is one of many foreign-born spouses that learned a hard lesson in getting marriages between Saudis and non-Saudis even non-Saudi Arabs recognized in the Kingdom.Pope's Response Accepted by Some Muslims phillyburbs.com - Sep 17 1:34 PM
VATICAN CITY - Some Muslim leaders accepted Pope Benedict XVI's explanation Sunday of his remarks on Islam and violence. Others said it wasn't enough, but cautioned followers against a violent backlash after attacks on churches in Palestinian areas and the slaying of a nun in Somalia.400 new Iraqi police officers to boost security in Iraq-Syria border region United States Marines - Sep 14 12:34 AM
CAMP AL QA IM, Iraq (Sept. 13, 2006) -- Four hundred newly-trained police officers are slated to join the 1,000-man police force currently providing security for the Iraq-Syria border region of Al Qa im in western Al Anbar, Iraq.U.S. urges Syria to close terrorist offices People's Daily - Sep 13 7:39 PM
The United States reiterated on Wednesday its call for Syria to close down the offices of any " terrorist organizations" operating in Damascus.Praise for Syria but US keeps up the pressure Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 13 12:26 PM
A BRAZEN attack on the American embassy in Damascus briefly eased pressure between Syria and Washington as US officials thanked Syria for defending the embassy. -US thanks Syria for foiling terrorism attack Australian Broadcasting Corporation - Sep 13 7:12 PM
TONY JONES: Syria's efforts to thwart yesterday's attack on the US Embassy in Damascus has earned it some rare praise from Washington. One Syrian security guard was killed in the assault and several people were wounded.Tension over Iraqi flag hits N Iraq Aljazeera - Sep 17 3:42 PM
Hundreds of Iraqi flags bearing the phrase 'Allah Akbar' have appeared throughout the streets of the northern Iraqi city of Mosul in what analysts are calling an act of Arab defiance.Hezbollah Leader: Group Still in Southern Lebanon Despite Ceasefire Voice of America - Sep 17 11:05 AM
Hezbollah's leader says the group is still in southern Lebanon, one month after a U.N.-brokered ceasefire ended Hezbollah's war with Israel. In an interview Wednesday with the Arabic television network Al-Jazeera, Hassan Nasrallah said Hezbollah guerrillas are present at the Israeli border.Top Stories Crikey - 1 hour, 19 minutes ago
1. Did Steve Vizard tip off a mate on Sausage? We know that Steve Vizard was secretly trading shares in Sausage Software while he was a director of Telstra -- but did he also pass on information about the company to a friend?Subtle scholar, but what an inept politician The Age - Sep 17 12:23 PM
The Pope should mind his words. So should some of his Muslim critics. -Mixed reaction as pope expresses regret Sify News - 1 hour, 32 minutes ago
e Benedict XVI has said that he is ''deeply sorry'' his remarks on Islam and violence offended Muslims, but the unusual expression of papal regret drew a mixed reaction from Islamic leaders as the Vatican worried about a backlash of violence.Australia face tough first Asian Olympic campaign ESPN Soccernet.com - Sep 17 6:34 AM
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