World Powers Want New Nuclear Talks with Iran Soon
Six world powers have agreed to seek renewed talks on Iran's contested nuclear program as fast as possible, reflecting a renewed sense of urgency to resolve Tehran's disputed nuclear activity.
India Executes Mumbai Attack Gunman
NEW DELHI — India has executed the sole surviving Pakistani gunman who participated in the 2008 terror attacks in Mumbai. The execution came days before the fourth anniversary of the attack, which killed 166 people and has been described as India’s worst-ever terror strike.
Truce Declared in Gaza Conflict
An end to the hostilities in the Gaza Strip have been announced. Egyptian Foreign Minister Mohammed Kamel Amr and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton announced the cease-fire that will take effect at 9 pm Middle East time.
France Withdraws Combat Troops from Afghanistan
For France, the combat mission in Afghanistan has ended. France pulled the last of its combat troops from the region.