British parliament rejects military action in Syria
The government was defeated by just 13 votes in the House of Commons in its bid for a "strong humanitarian response" to the alleged use of chemical weapons by the…
AFP Infographic: The Syrian crisis
Foreign forces and bases in the Middle East and selected Syrian military equipment
Israel deploys Iron Dome defence system: Netanyahu
"We are not involved in the war in Syria. But I repeat: if anyone tries to harm Israeli citizens, Tsahal (the Israeli army) will respond with force," Netanyahu said
Assad vows to defend Syria amid military buildup
The military build-up continued in the Mediterranean as Western powers appeared poised to launch strikes against Assad's regime
US sends fifth destroyer to eastern Mediterranean
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel told the BBC that US forces were in place and "ready to go" if Obama gives the order
Police arrest senior Islamist Al-Beltagy
Al-Beltagy is the latest Brotherhood leader detained in a wide-ranging crackdown on the Islamist movement.
Islamists vow further protests amid crackdown
Thursday's call for further protests was immediately followed by an interior ministry warning that live ammunition will be used on protesters who attack public institutions
UN chief awaits Syria chemical weapons probe, West waits
US President Barack Obama said he has yet to sign off on a plan to strike Syria
Patterson’s term in Egypt officially ends
US ambassador to Egypt is likely to become new Deputy Secretary of State
Christians restrain anger after Egypt church attacks
Islamists lashed out at Coptic Christians in Minya, accusing them of backing the military that toppled Morsi