Taliban claim a German arrested in Pakistan was their 'comrade'
A German citizen arrested near a militant stronghold in Pakistan appears to be affiliated to terrorism. A Taliban spokesman called him "our comrade", and local security officials say he was linked to al Qaeda.
Kyrgyz violence hurting business
Violence in Kyrgyzstan has dealt a blow to the nation's trade with China, and international analysts say the crisis could pose a threat to northwestern China's security.
Israel asks UN to shelve inquiry
Israel asks the UN to suspend plans for an international inquiry into an Israeli raid on a ship trying to break the Gaza blockade.
Turkey hardens resolve against Kurdish rebels
Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan has vowed to crush Kurdish rebels after attacks killed 11 Turkish soldiers. Clashes between the two sides have escalated sharply.
Azerbaijan’s interior minister meets NATO Secretary General's special representative for Caucasus and Central Asia
Minister of Internal Affairs of Azerbaijan Ramil Usubov met Wednesday NATO's delegation led by Secretary General's Special Representative for the Caucasus and Central Asia Robert Simmons.
Kyrgyz Experts, Politicians Voice Opposition to Constitutional Referendum Plans
Foreign diplomats and international organizations are backing a Kyrgyz provisional government decision to proceed with a constitutional referendum in late June, despite the widespread violence in southern Kyrgyzstan.
Israel to ease blockade of Gaza
Israel moves to ease the land blockade of the Gaza Strip and allow more civilian goods to enter the Palestinian territory.
Russia's Medvedev makes surprise visit to Chechnya
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev made a surprise visit to Chechnya on Monday after a series of attacks in the troubled North Caucasus region, where the Kremlin is struggling to contain an Islamist insurgency.
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