South Sudan government, rebels set for ceasefire talks
Fighting erupted in South Sudan 15 December, when President Salva Kiir accused his former deputy Riek Machar of attempting a coup.
Lebanon arrests head of Qaeda-linked group: minister
Saudi Arabia’s interior ministry also confirmed that Majid, a Saudi citizen, was on a list of 85 suspects wanted by the kingdom.
Palestinian envoy injured in Prague residence blast
The site reported that it occurred as the ambassador was opening a safe.
Syria misses deadline to remove chemical weapons
Syria had been due to turn over some of the deadliest chemicals in its arsenal to ships by the end of the year, for delivery to a US boat which…
Kerry launches 2014 with all-out bid for Mideast peace
US Secretary of State John Kerry hurtles into 2014 with a trip to the Middle East Wednesday, hoping to make this the year Israel and the Palestinians seal a long-elusive…
Islamic finance industry will grow in 2014: AlHuda Centre for Islamic Banking and Economics
Former chairman of Misr Iran Development bank expects growth in the Islamic finance industry to match traditional sector’s growth
Harsher penalties for desecrating flag and dishonouring national anthem
Cabinet passes bill criminalising desecration of flag
Nine games played: Egyptian Premier League report
Wadi Degla beat Al-Minya while Arab Contractors dominate Al-Raga'a
Former presidency spokesman arrested
Yasser Ali is charged with allegedly helping Morsi era prime minister attempt to flee the country
