Heavy Fighting in Syrian Capital
Parts of Syria's capital were under siege Thursday, with pitched fighting reported between Syrian government forces and rebels.
Anti-Nuclear Demonstrators Confront Japan's PM
TOKYO — Japan's prime minister — as well as his predecessor who was in charge of the government during the Fukushima nuclear reactor meltdowns — met Wednesday with activists who have been organizing weekly protests in front of the prime minister's office.
Fighting Breaks out Anew in Damascus as Rebels Re-enter the City
Attacks on the Syrian city of Damascus have been renewed as tanks and Syrian government forces have been battering the neighborhoods as rebels return to the city.
Dempsey Arrives in Baghdad for Talks With Iraqi, U.S. Officials
BAGHDAD, Aug. 21, 2012 – Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey arrived in Baghdad today for talks with Iraqi and American leaders.