September 20, 2011 Archives

Defending America And The Quest For Peace

America’s military is being asked to return another 'peace dividend.'

The Legal Context Of A Palestinian UN Gambit

How a 'move by Palestinians to declare statehood affects international agreements

Lebanon: No Longer A Safe Haven For Syrian Dissidents?

The Syrian government's crackdown against protesters continues.

European Leaders Must Unite To Solve Financial Crisis

Domenico Lombardi: Everyday comes with a missed opportunity for European leaders to unite in resolving the financial crisis that threatens all of the EU.

Raw Video: Damage After Quakes Rock Guatemala

Four earthquakes struck the southeastern part of Guatemala in less than two hours Monday afternoon, causing at least one death as some walls collapsed, authorities said. At least three people were reported missing. (Sept. 20)

Palestinians Will Submit UN Membership Letter

The Obama administration insisted Monday there was still time to avert a divisive showdown over Palestinian statehood, ignoring President Mahmoud Abbas' defiant pledge to take his government's case to the United Nations. (Sept. 19)

Aid Drops To Pakistan Flood Victims

Almost a month after monsoon rains triggered floods in southern Pakistan, many towns and villages remain submerged, and the army is dropping emergency rations by helicopter. Nick Rowlands reports.

Yemen Clashes Kill 17

Fierce clashes between government forces and protesters in Yemen leave 17 dead, including a child, and another 50 injured. Jessica Gray reports.

UK Minister Tackles Executive Pay

Major companies may have to justify lavish rewards for senior executives under new measures outlined by the UK's Business Minister Vince Cable.

Libya's Sweet Crude

Abdalla Salem El-Badri, OPEC Secretary General, says countries will cut prices to replace Libya production.

Zoellick: Eurozone's Fate Immediately At Stake

Markets on Monday continued to show anxiety over the European debt crisis as Greece held an emergency conference with creditors, trying to calm fears of default.

The Palestinian Bid For UN Membership

Husam Zumlot, a member of the Palestinian official delegation to the UN, talks to Al Jazeera about the Palestinian bid for UN membership. He describes the Israeli prime minister's call for talks as a propaganda stunt.

'It's Unclear Who Is In Charge Of Things' In Yemen

Dozens of people have been reported killed in Yemen since Sunday as pro-regime forces crack down on protesters demanding President Ali Abdullah Saleh's goverment leave office.

Should Greece Default, Exit The Eurozone?

Newedge Senior Director Larry McDonald on the potential impact of a Greek default on the European, global economy.

Bachmann: Obama Not Standing By Israel

Republican presidential hopeful Michele Bachmann weighs in on the debate over the creation of a Palestinian state.

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