Syrian Activists Say Over 200 Killed in Hama
Syrian opposition activists say government forces with tanks and helicopters on Thursday killed more than 150 people, mostly civilians, in a village in Hama province.
Russia Vows to Reject Sanctions on Syria
Russia says it will not heed the demands of the West and vote for sanctions on Syria to try to end the violence there.
US Congress to Vote on Health Care Law
The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives will hold a vote Wednesday to repeal the Affordable Care Act, the new national health care reform law.
Bill Restricting US Lobbying for Foreign Governments Has Support
U.S. Congressman Frank Wolf has expressed confidence that an amendment restricting former U.S. government officials from lobbying on behalf of certain foreign nations will soon become law.