After the Arab Spring, Saudi rulers still have a firm hand on the country and its oil wealth. But in a country known for its restrictions, many people here are speaking openly about the need for democratic change. (get the story…)
Iranian authorities said on Monday they have formally started legal proceedings against the international news agency Reuters, after suspending its Tehran bureau over a report about female ninjas. (get the story…)
The movement that has swept most states in the region was initially built on social ideals that the political Islamists don't necessarily subscribe to, but joined under the understanding that "the end justifies the means." (get the story…)
A US-Pakistan row over supply routes to Afghanistan is casting a cloud over the Nato summit in Chicago, as leaders discuss troop withdrawals. (read the story…)
Three climbers have died as they returned from the summit of Mount Everest, officials in Nepal say, with fears the toll may rise. (read the story…)
The former Sri Lankan army chief, Sarath Fonseka, is released after more than two years in jail. (read the story…)
Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim is facing criminal charges for his role in a mass street rally against the government, his lawyers say. (read the story…)
Bangladesh opposition leader Khaleda Zia says she will continue calling for general strikes unless a caretaker administration for elections is restored. (read the story…)
The head of the UN's nuclear watchdog has arrived in Iran to discuss nuclear inspections. During their weekend summit, the G8 called on Tehran to seize the opportunity for a settlement during talks in Baghdad this week. (read on…)
The UN nuclear watchdog chief, Yukiya Amano, arrived in Tehran Monday to demand more cooperation from Iran on its nuclear activities, as Tehran prepares to engage with world powers in crucial talks in Baghdad over its controversial nuclear programme. (read on…)
Iran to reach an agreement with the UN nuclear watchdog chief its nuclear activities. -AFP (read on…)
With growth of six percent forecast for 2012, the biggest challenge is delivering on potential (read on…)
One of the UK Royal Navy's most advanced warships, HMS Daring, is on an official visit to Saudi Arabia to reinforce the country's strong relationship with Riaydh. (read on…)
