Russia sees chance of Syria solution but Assad defiant
Brahimi and Lavrov revealed no details of any peace initiative that may be under discussion
In Pictures: The birthday that never happened
Today, 29 December, would have been Gaber Salah Gaber's 17th birthday.
Arab League chief arrives in West Bank
Israel said it would not transfer tax and tariff funds it collects for the Palestinians this month in response to their successful bid for upgraded UN status
Al-Nour former chairman to launch Al-Watan Party
A large number of Al-Nour party members to join former chairman Emad Abdel Ghafour's new party
Morsy downplays economic crisis, calls on opposition to join dialogue
In an address to the Shura Council President Mohamed Morsy discussed the political situation, called for dialogue, addressed economic concerns and foreign affairs
A feloul liberal, leftist Nasserist and social democrat walk into a room
Analysis: Egypt’s upcoming parliamentary elections – Part 2
FJP backs El-Erian’s call for Egyptian Jews’ right of return
Online activists criticise El-Erian’s comments, saying Egypt should accept Copts before introducing more minorities
India appeals for calm after gang-rape victim dies
Gang-rapes are a daily occurrence in India and many go unreported by victims who have little faith in an often painfully slow justice system