'At least 217 Syrian protesters killed in Homs'

NGO says death toll rising as Assad forces crack down on protests mainly in city's Khalidiya district; UNSC scheduled to meet Saturday to discuss pending Western-backed Arab League resolution on Assad.

US anxious over possible Israeli plans on Iran

Two US officials say J'lem still undecided on Iran attack; Israeli strike would have implications for US election.

Seven dead as street battle rages on in Egypt

Protesters, army officer reported killed; US senators threaten Egypt aid cut over crackdowns on pro-democracy groups.

Commander suspended for 'forgetting' soldier

Follows incident in which Lt.-Col. Moly Cohen left a soldier behind during an operation in Palestinian village Budrus.

Iran blocks IAEA inspectors at military site

UN nuclear watchdog not given access to Parchin complex, where there are "strong indicators of weapon development."

UN court slams Italy over Nazi compensation claims

ICJ rules courts wrong to allow victims of Nazi war crimes to claim compensation against Germany as it has legal immunity from being sued.

Security and Defense: Signs of the times

A year into his post, Gantz faces daunting challenge of preparing for war at a moment’s notice.

Sitting pretty: Gaza renews furniture exports

Though the shipment is small, it could point the way to a new source of jobs and economic growth.

Ayalon in Germany: Pressure Iran 'until it breaks'

Deputy FM speaks at Munich Conference, says the world's key concern should be Iran's underground uranium stores.