May 31, 2011 Archives

Shall the Religious Inherit the Earth?

While secular populations  are static, religious populations are multiplying.

Obama and Komorowski on Democracy

President Obama and President Bronislaw Komorowski of Poland discuss Polish democracy, the contributions Poland is making in Tunisia, and President Obama thanks the people of Poland for being an inspiration to change around the world.

Fighting Forces Families Into Caves

Families in Libya's Western Mountains abandon their homes and set up camp in caves that provide better shelter from civil war fighting.

Egyptian Banker Arrested In NYC Hotel Attack

The former chairman of one of Egypt's major banks has been arrested on charges of sexually abusing a maid at a Manhattan hotel. Police say Mahmoud Abdel Salam Omar was arrested at the Pierre Hotel Monday morning. (May 31)

Pensioners Volunteer For Danger Zone

A group of more than 200 Japanese pensioners are volunteering to tackle the nuclear crisis at the Fukushima power station.

Libyan Rebels Reject Gaddafi Truce Offer

Libyan rebels are rejecting a reported truce offer from Moammar Gaddafi. Word of the offer comes from South African President Jacob Zuma, who met with Gaddafi on Monday.

Yemeni Protests, Violence Continues

Gunfire pierces the night in the Yemeni capital Sanaa after anti-government protests earlier in the day.

Sen. John McCain Talks Libya, Arab Spring

The Arizona Republican John McCain talks about foreign policy hotspots.

On the Ground in Afghanistan

Martha Raddatz talks with Maj. Gen. John Campbell.

Afghanistan Enters Height of Fighting Season

U.S. troops stationed in Afghanistan are preparing for the influx of insurgents that come every spring because, as Mandy Clark reports, this time of year is known as the height of fighting season.

Libyan Opposition: 'We Really Need Money'

Sara Sidner talks to Mustafa Abdul Jalil, chairman of the National Transitional Council in Libya

What's Next for Yemen?

  KT McFarland weighs in on the prospects for Yemeni civil war.

Al-Qaeda Making Gains in Yemen?

Amb. John Bolton weighs in on the possibility of al-Qaeda

Adm. Mullen on U.S. Military Morale

Adm. Mike Mullen speaks to Jeff Glor about the ongoing tension in and surrounding the U.S. military in the Middle East and the discord between Pakistan and the U.S. after the killing of Osama bin Laden.

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