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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.

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

Congressmen Challenge Obama, Want Halt to Aid to Egypt

A Republican senator threatens a filibuster to suspend aid to Egypt and other countries where Americans have been attacked.

Congressmen Challenge Obama, Want Halt to Aid to Egypt

Egyptian Soldier Killed in Sinai Peninsula

An Egyptian soldier was killed on Sunday during clashes with armed Islamists in the Sinai Peninsula, says army spokesman.

Egyptian Soldier Killed in Sinai Peninsula

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.

Egyptian PM: Some Protesters Paid to Participate

Global Jihadist Terror Attack on Egyptian Security HQ in Sinai

Three Egyptian security officers were wounded Sunday in an attack by jihadists on Egyptian government headquarters in northern Sinai.

Global Jihadist Terror Attack on Egyptian Security HQ in Sinai

Jordan Asks YouTube to Remove Anti-Islam Video Clips

The Jordanian government has asked YouTube to remove film clips “insulting Prophet Mohammed and hurting the feelings of Arabs and Muslims.”

Jordan Asks YouTube to Remove Anti-Islam Video Clips

Israeli Arabs Protest 'Anti-Muslim Video'

Hundreds of Arabs protested Saturday in Israel against an amateur video that satirized the life of Prophet Mohammed, founder of Islam.

Israeli Arabs Protest 'Anti-Muslim Video'

Egypt Clears Out Anti-US Protesters in Cairo

Egyptian security forces cleared away anti-US protesters in Cairo as riots entered a fourth day on Saturday.

Egypt Clears Out Anti-US Protesters in Cairo

Terrorists Storm International Peacekeeping Base in Sinai

At least 3 hurt as dozens of armed Muslims storm the international peacekeeping force base in the Sinai Peninsula.

Terrorists Storm International Peacekeeping Base in Sinai

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.

Google Blocks Anti-Islam Video Clip in Egypt and Libya

Update: 4 Rioters Dead, 34 Wounded at US Embassy in Yemen

Yemeni police opened fire on a crowd attempting to storm the US Embassy in Sana'a.

Update: 4 Rioters Dead, 34 Wounded at US Embassy in Yemen

Kissinger 'Can Understand' Romney's 'Severe' Reaction to Attacks

Former U.S Secretary of State Henry Kissinger said, he “can understand” why Romney’s initial reaction to the violence was “quite severe.”

Kissinger 'Can Understand' Romney's 'Severe' Reaction to Attacks

'Mentally Disturbed' Egyptian Storms El Al at Cairo Airport

An Egyptian man described as “mentally disturbed” tried to break into Israel's El Al offices Wednesday at Cairo International Airport.

'Mentally Disturbed' Egyptian Storms El Al at Cairo Airport

Lawmakers Urge Libya, Egypt Aid be Stripped Following Attacks

Conservative lawmakers on Capitol Hill are urging that aid to Libya and Egypt be stripped from a six-month federal funding bill.

Lawmakers Urge Libya, Egypt Aid be Stripped Following Attacks

New Riots in Cairo

New riots broke out in Cairo Wednesday night, into Thursday morning, less than 48 hours after a US Ambassador was killed in Libya.

New Riots in Cairo

Libya Fair Game For Romney

Events In Libya Contrast Sharply With Obama's Acceptance Speech

Analysis: Despite the scandalized response of the Obama campaign, Mitt Romney is correct to criticize Obama on Libya.

Events In Libya Contrast Sharply With Obama's Acceptance Speech

Obama Administration Disavows Cairo Embassy Apology

The Obama administration is disavowing a statement from its own Cairo embassy that seemed to apologize for anti-Muslim activity in the U.S.

Obama Administration Disavows Cairo Embassy Apology

Israel Denies Blocking Jordan's Nuclear Plans

Israeli officials strongly deny Jordanian King Abdullah II's accusations that Israel seeks to block Amman's nuclear energy plans.

Israel Denies Blocking Jordan's Nuclear Plans

Libya Blames US for Ambassador's Murder by Benghazi Rioters

Libya apologized for the killing of U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens, but its deputy minister blamed the U.S. for his death.

Libya Blames US for Ambassador's Murder by Benghazi Rioters

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.

Israeli Filmmaker in Hiding After Film Sparks Deadly Protests

Muslim Extremists Kill US Ambassador in Libya

US Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans were killed in Libya in an attack by Islamists on the US Consulate in Benghazi.

Muslim Extremists Kill US Ambassador in Libya

Egypt Orders Arrest of Former PM Shafiq

Egyptian authorities order the arrest of Mubarak's last prime minister, Ahmed Shafiq, on charges of corruption.

Egypt Orders Arrest of Former PM Shafiq

Deputy Chief of Staff Warns Against Regional War

Deputy Chief of Staff Major General Yair Naveh warns that terrorism along the borders with Syria and Egypt is increasing.

Deputy Chief of Staff Warns Against Regional War

Egyptian Rioters Attempt to Invade US Embassy in Cairo

Egyptian rioters attempted to invade the U.S. Embassy in Cairo Tuesday, tearing down the American flag and burning it.

Egyptian Rioters Attempt to Invade US Embassy in Cairo

Intelligence Warns of Attacks Against Israeli and US Embassies

Egyptian intelligence warned that a radical jihadi group is planning to launch attacks against the US and Israeli embassies in Cairo.

Intelligence Warns of Attacks Against Israeli and US Embassies

Egypt Teams with Israel on Sinai Terrorism

Egypt is teaming with Israel for a major security operation to address terrorism in the Sinai Peninsula.

Egypt Teams with Israel on Sinai Terrorism

Video: Jewish Life in Egypt - after 3,000 Years, the End

With Muslim Brotherhood in power, the last functioning synagogue has been shut down.

Video: Jewish Life in Egypt - after 3,000 Years, the End

No High Holy Day Minyan for Egyptian Jews in Alexandria

For the first time, Egyptian Jews will have no minyan for prayers at Alexandria's Eliyahu HaNavi Synagogue during the High Holy Days.

No High Holy Day Minyan for Egyptian Jews in Alexandria

Egyptian Official: The Balance of Military Power Will Change

Senior Egyptian security official says that the balance of military power in the Middle East will change significantly in the near future.

Egyptian Official: The Balance of Military Power Will Change

Iran Overplays Its Hand

Instead Of Savoring Diplomatic Triumph, Iran Invites Pushback

The attendance of 120 countries in Tehran is a sorry spectacle reminiscent of the1936 Berlin Olympics, but without Nazi guile.

Instead Of Savoring Diplomatic Triumph, Iran Invites Pushback

Egypt Places Morsi Rival Shafiq on Watchlist

Egypt has issued a travel ban against former presidential rival and candidate Ahmed Shafiq.

Egypt Places Morsi Rival Shafiq on Watchlist

Egypt Kills 11 Sinai Terrorists

Egyptian soldiers killed 11 terrorists in the Sinai and confiscated weapons, according to Egyptian television.

Egypt Kills 11 Sinai Terrorists

EXPOSED: Egypt & Syria, Kidnappings & Death

Free Syrian Army Rebels shown to torture and violently murder its opponents.

EXPOSED: Egypt & Syria, Kidnappings & Death

Lieberman to Morsi: Peace is Not Abstract Ideal, Visit Jerusalem

FM Lieberman said that while he is pleased to hear Morsi's commitment to international treaties, "peace also has tangible expressions."

Lieberman to Morsi: Peace is Not Abstract Ideal, Visit Jerusalem

Podcast: Egyptian Crucifixions: Fact or Fiction?

Sky News Arabia reported Muslims crucifying Christians. INR's Tamar Yonah interviews an investigative reporter to find out the inside scoop.

Podcast: Egyptian Crucifixions: Fact or Fiction?

Egypt Rejected U.S. Demand to Fire on Iranian Ship in Suez

Egyptian Naval Forces recently rejected a U.S. demand to fire on an Iranian vessel loaded with arms and heading to Syria.

Egypt Rejected U.S. Demand to Fire on Iranian Ship in Suez

Egypt: 76 Convicted in Attack on Israeli Embassy

An Egyptian court convicts 76 people on charges of attacking the Israeli embassy during a violent protest last year.

Egypt: 76 Convicted in Attack on Israeli Embassy

Egypt Reopens Gaza Crossing

Egypt reopened the Rafiah crossing with Gaza on Saturday several weeks after a terrorist attack left 16 Egyptian security officers dead.

Egypt Reopens Gaza Crossing

Egypt's PM: New Constitution by End of September

Egypt's Prime Minister, Hisham Kandil, says a draft of the country's new constitution will be ready for approval by the end of September.

Egypt's PM: New Constitution by End of September

Iran, Egypt Won't be Restoring Diplomatic Relations

Egypt and Iran won’t be reinstating normal diplomatic relations any time soon, presidential spokesperson Yasser Ali says.

Iran, Egypt Won't be Restoring Diplomatic Relations

Egypt: Clashes Erupt During Anti-Morsi Protest in Cairo

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

Egypt: Clashes Erupt During Anti-Morsi Protest in Cairo

Morsi Protects Journalists After Editor is Detained

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi cancels the practice of temporarily detaining journalists for so-called “publication offences.”

Morsi Protects Journalists After Editor is Detained

Clinton Asks Egypt to Keep Open Communication with Israel

Clinton asks Egypt’s foreign minister to keep communication with Israel amid tensions over deployment of forces to the Sinai.

Clinton Asks Egypt to Keep Open Communication with Israel

Egyptian Source Says There Are 1,600 Terrorists in Sinai

Egyptian police have identified 120 individuals out of 1,600 in North Sinai who are wanted for terrorism, says a security source.

Egyptian Source Says There Are 1,600 Terrorists in Sinai

Egyptian Source: Sinai Operation Coordinated with Israel

An Egyptian military source says the operation in the Sinai Peninsula is well-coordinated with Israel, despite suggestions otherwise.

Egyptian Source: Sinai Operation Coordinated with Israel

Egyptian Expert Calls to Change Peace Agreement with Israel

Egyptian expert tells the Muslim Brotherhood's website he supports changing some parts of the agreement between Israel and Egypt.

Egyptian Expert Calls to Change Peace Agreement with Israel

US ‘Assures Israel’ By Helping Egypt Combat Sinai Terror

The US is offering Egypt intelligence systems to help it combat terror in the Sinai and to “assure Israel” as Morsi warms up to Iran.

US ‘Assures Israel’ By Helping Egypt Combat Sinai Terror

Egypt to Dedicate Budget to Development of Sinai

Egypt’s Defense Minister promises to dedicate money for the development of the Sinai, asks local tribal leaders to hand in weapons.

Egypt to Dedicate Budget to Development of Sinai

Sinai Terrorists Endanger US-Led ‘Peacekeepers’

The little-known US-led Multi-National Force in the Sinai is fighting terror from weakness, fortifying its bases as Sinai terrorists reign.

Sinai Terrorists Endanger US-Led ‘Peacekeepers’

MK: Egyptian Sinai Troop Deployment Beginning of Major Threat

MK Uri Ariel says that if Israel doesn't do something now, it will find itself facing Egyptian tanks

MK: Egyptian Sinai Troop Deployment Beginning of Major Threat

Did Morsi Fire Defense Officials Because of a Planned Coup?

Report: Egypt is speculating that Morsi’s decision to fire his military elite was due to a planned coup against him.

Did Morsi Fire Defense Officials Because of a Planned Coup?

Egypt Sentences 14 Terrorists to Death

A criminal court in Egypt sentences 14 members of a terrorist group to death for carrying out a string of terror attacks in the Sinai.

Egypt Sentences 14 Terrorists to Death

New Details Exposed About Sinai Terror Attack

Names of some of the terrorists who carried out the attack in the Sinai Peninsula among the latest details revealed.

New Details Exposed About Sinai Terror Attack

Sinai Anarchy: Terrorists Kill Anti-Terror Tribal Chief

Armed terrorists killed a tribal leader and his son who had attended a conference by tribal leaders to denounce terrorism.

Sinai Anarchy: Terrorists Kill Anti-Terror Tribal Chief

U.S. Confident in Egypt's New Defense Minister, Says Columnist

U.S. surprised by Morsi’s sacking of the leadership of the country's defense establishment but confident in the new defense minister.

U.S. Confident in Egypt's New Defense Minister, Says Columnist

Morsi: My Decisions Were Not Directed at Individuals

Egyptian President says his decision to sack top generals was not directed at individuals or embarrassing institutions.

Morsi: My Decisions Were Not Directed at Individuals

Obama to Dine with Ahmadinejad, Morsi at U.N. Assembly in NY?

Ban Ki-moon has invited Obama to join Ahmadinejad, Morsi at a VIP lunch on opening day of U.N. General Assembly in NY.

Obama to Dine with Ahmadinejad, Morsi at U.N. Assembly in NY?

Armed Men Open Fire at Troops in Sinai

A group of armed men open fire at peacekeeping troops in Sinai, near the border with Israel. No one hurt.

Armed Men Open Fire at Troops in Sinai

Egypt Army Captures 6 Terrorists in Sinai

Egyptian army captures six terrorists in the Sinai, following the terror attack on a police station that killed 16 border guards.

Egypt Army Captures 6 Terrorists in Sinai

Report: IDF Arresting Illegal Aliens in Sinai

Washington Post reports that the IDF is operating in Sinai to catch African infiltrators. IDF clarifies: All the activities are legal.

Report: IDF Arresting Illegal Aliens in Sinai