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Scuffles in Tehran as Citizens Protest Plunging Currency

Scuffles break out in central Tehran as citizens protest over Iran's plunging currency, which has lost more than half its value.

Muslims Target Buddhists Over Koran Facebook Image

Muslim protesters attacked Buddhist villages in Bangladesh, after an image portraying a burnt Koran was posted on Facebook.

Ramallah Protesters Demand Abbas' Resignation

Around 200 people demonstrate in Ramallah, demand the resignation of PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

Protesters Destroy Police Post at French Embassy in Tehran

A small group of protesters destroyed an Iranian police post protecting the French embassy in Tehran and threw stones at visitors.

Second Bounty Offer on Anti-Islam Filmmaker

Another prominent Pakistani has offered a six-figure monetary reward to anyone who kills the producer of “Innocence of Muslims.”

Video: Ryan Says Under Obama, Mideast Looks Like '1979 Tehran'

Rep. Paul Ryan denounced Obama’s handling of foreign policy, saying that the Mideast looks like Tehran during hostage crisis of 1979-1980.

Romney Assails Obama for 'Bumps in the Road' Comment

Mitt Romney lambasted President Barack Obama’s on Monday for referring to recent events in the Middle East as “bumps in the road.”

Pakistan Distances Itself from Bounty on Anti-Islam Filmmaker

Pakistani government distanced itself from government minister who offered a cash reward to anyone who kills the maker of anti-Islam film.

MK Sarsour Condemns Obama Over Anti-Islam Film

Arab MK Ibrahim Sarsour condemns Obama for asking Muslim countries to ensure the security of American citizens.

Pakistani FM Thanks Clinton for Denouncing Anti-Islam Film

Pakistan's foreign minister on Friday thanked Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for criticizing the anti-Islam film.

Pakistani Minister Places Bounty on Maker of Anti-Islam Film

Pakistan's Railways Minister places a $100,000 bounty on the head of the maker of an anti-Islam film that has sparked violence.

Muslims in Lebanon Protest Film and Cartoons

Lebanese Muslims, both Sunni and Shiite, take to the streets to protest against an anti-Islam film and French cartoons insulting Mohammed.

Pakistan: 15 Dead in Protests Over Film, Cartoons

At least 15 people dead in Pakistan as fresh protests erupt across the Muslim world against film and cartoons mocking Islam.

Lebanon: Hizbullah Supporters Protest in Tyre

Thousands of supporters of Hizbullah protest against a U.S.-made film mocking Islam and cartoons of prophet Mohammed.

Obama: US Expects 'Full Cooperation' in Protection of Diplomats

Obama said Tuesday that he expects “full cooperation” from the “Muslim world” in protecting US diplomats from Mideast violence.

Nasrallah Calls for Protests Over Mohammed Film

Hizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah calls for a week of angry protests across Lebanon over the film mocking Islam.

Panetta: No Plans to Bolster Forces in Middle East

U.S. military has no major plans to bolster its forces in the Middle East despite violent protests targeting diplomatic outposts.

Egyptian PM: Some Protesters Paid to Participate

Egypt's prime minister said a number of those involved in days of protests near the U.S. Embassy got paid to riot.

Arab Protesters in Akko: Only Islamic State Can Calm the Rage

Arab protesters in the northern Israeli city of Akko say that “only a large and strong Muslim state can calm the rage.”

Google Blocks Anti-Islam Video Clip in Egypt and Libya

Google has confirmed that it has “temporarily” blocked access to the trailer of the anti-Muslim film in Egypt and Libya.

Israeli Filmmaker in Hiding After Film Sparks Deadly Protests

A filmmaker went into hiding after his movie, which provides a negative view of Islam, sparked protests against U.S. diplomatic missions.

'Hitler' Store Agrees to Name Change Following Global Protests

The “Hitler” garment store in India has agreed to change its name due to protests from both the local and international community.

Protesters Disrupt Israeli Dance Performance in Edinburgh

Anti-Israel protesters disrupted performances by the Batsheva Dance Company, which was performing at the Edinburgh International Festival.

Shoe Seller Shoos Away Anti-Israel Boycotters

BDS tactics "are not the Australian way," says Australian politician, after anti-Israel activists target store for selling Israeli shoes.

Egypt: Clashes Erupt During Anti-Morsi Protest in Cairo

Hundreds of Egyptians hit the streets to demonstrate against President Morsi. Clashes erupt in Cairo.

Police Officer Reprimanded, Fined for Teargassing Protester

A police commander has been reprimanded and fined for spraying tear gas at a resident of the Shomron community of Yitzhar.

Jews March to 'Wear Kippot on Heads, Not Hide in Bags'

Hundreds of Orthodox Jews wearing kippot marched in Swedish city of Malmo protesting against the recent rise in anti-Semitism.

Video: Anti-Assad Christians Break into Stockholm Embassy

Swedish police arrested 10 people after anti-Assad Christians broke into the Syrian embassy and raised the slogan, “All Syrians are One.”

Police Nix ‘The Temple Mount is In Our Hands’

Police bar signs with 1967 commander’s famous cry, ‘The Temple Mount is in our hands!’

TA Protester Self-Immolates Over Economic Troubles

A social justice protester set himself ablaze Saturday night during a rally in Tel Aviv, blaming government officials for his troubles.

Hevron Hills Residents say ‘Enough!’ to Road Terror

Open roads policy means deadly terrorism in the Hevron Hills.

Saudi Arabia Police Kill 2 Protesters

Police shot two men to death during a demonstration in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, activists reported Monday.

'Social Justice' Protesters Again Block Roads, Trains

'Social Justice' protests were taking place in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem Saturday night, with some protesters blocking roads

Rights Group: State Encourages Police to Attack ‘Settlers’

The state of Israel encourages police to beat ‘settlers’ by vigorously defending violent officers, rights group says.

Organizer: Facebook Can’t Replace Real-Life Protest

Activist organizer Yitzchak Shadmi says online activism can’t replace street protests, but has a place.

Beit El Rabbi: Some Fights Can’t be Won

Rabbi Zalman Melamed talks about Ulpana demolition, “They’re taking one of my children, and promising ten in return.”

Beit El Prepares to Fight Demolition

Beit El protesters prepare to fight demolition, prefer not to specify “red lines.” Local leader: We don’t trust the PM.

Activists Demonstrate Outside IDF Base Over Ulpana Demolition

Border Police officers throw stun grenade at activists protesting the planned demolition of the Ulpana neighborhood of Beit El.

90-Year-Old Joins Anti-Demolition Hunger Strike

Another four people join the anti-demolition hunger strike, among them 90-year-old Avraham Noham.

‘This is How You Fight for Your Homes?’

A former Yesha leader warns that the fight against demolition in Beit El is insufficient, calls to “think macro, not micro.”

First Woman Joins Judea, Samaria Hunger Strike

Nitzanit Riklin calls on women to join her in a hunger strike against the demolition of Judea, Samaria homes.

EU Statement Suggests Arabs Can Throw Stones at Protests

A statement issued by the European Union seems to suggest it supports PA Arabs’ rights to throw stones during non-violent protests.

Ethiopian Protesters Unhappy with Gov't Plan

Cabinet decision to assist Ethiopian immigrants lacks substance, say protesters, citing police brutality.

Jordanians Protest, Call to End Peace with Israel

Thousands of Jordanians take to the streets, demand an end to the country‘s 18-year-old peace treaty with Israel.

Security Forces, Demonstrators Clash in Cairo

At least 130 injured as Egyptian armed forces and protesters, including hardline Islamists, clash in Cairo.

France Urges Citizens To Refrain from Travelling to 'West Bank'

France urged anti-Israel activists to refrain from travelling to the 'West Bank' in order to avoid scuffles with Israeli authorities.

Israeli Flag Burned, Diplomat Rushed Out of Morocco

Thousands of protesters burned Israeli flags in Morocco and protested the presence of an Israeli diplomat, threatening his safety.

'Apartheid' Week: Mock Check Points and Water Balloons

"Israel Apartheid Week," met with vehement protests, as Arab protesters create mock check point, Jewish students throw water balloons.

Police Brutally Evict 5 Families from Yissa Beracha Outpost

Police violently evicted 5 families from the new community (“outpost”) of Yissa Beracha early Thursday. Nine protesters were injured.

Six Arrested in Ramat Gilad IDF Base Melee

Police arrested 6 nationalist activists, accusing them of participating in the protests at the IDF Ephraim Brigade base several weeks ago.

B'Tselem NGO : Idea of 'Shooting Settlers is Unacceptable'

Leftist organization B'Tselem said that Binyamin Ben-Eliezer's idea of "shooting settlers" was "unacceptable."

Tunisia Protests Enter Day Four During Constitutional Talks

Elections were held, but there's only limited calm in the nation that ignited the region's "Arab Spring" - and now Day 4 of protests.

Who Are the Real Victims of 'Apartheid' in Judea and Samaria?

PA Arabs will attempt to conduct a "freedom ride" on Israeli buses in Yesha next week, but the true victims of Yesha apartheid are the Jews.

Anti-Israel Group 'Invades' Boston Israel Consulate

Dozens of anti-Israel activists attempted to barge into the Israeli consulate in Boston over the weekend.

US Imposes More Sanctions on Syria

The United States has imposed additional sanctions on Syria, adding telecommunications companies to the ban on trade.

Syria Threatens to 'Reclaim' Refugees Who Escaped into Lebanon

Syria has threatened to enter Lebanese villages in order to "reclaim" Syrian s who have escaped Assad's reign of terror.

Anti-Russian Protests Erupt in Syria

Syrian opposition leaders staged a 'day of rage' against Moscow over its obstruction of Western-led sanctions on the Assad regime.

MKs: Court Decision on TA Tents Shows System's Hypocrisy

A Tel Aviv court ordered the city to halt demolitions of TA tent cities because they have been on the ground for more than a month.

Tents to Circles: 10,000 Israelis to Discuss Social Change

A group plans to engage as many as 10,000 Israelis in conversation about social change.

Shas Responds: What did Livni Expect?

Livni must realize the real reason hareidi-religious community did not turn out for protests, Shas MK says.