http://www.worldpress.org World News Review en-us Copyright 2009, Worldpress.org. All Rights Reserved s.babayev@worldpress.org alex@worldpress.org http://www.worldpress.org/images/objects/20091115-arafat-thumb.jpg http://www.worldpress.org http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3452.cfm In the shadow of Yassar Arafat, the Palestinian Authority has not been able to find the kind of leadership to bring its people together, as demonstrated by recent polls. Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:17:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3448.cfm A U.S. nonprofit advocacy group is pressuring Washington for a more progressive approach to the Israel-Palestine conflict, recognizing the validity of both sides and pushing for negotiations. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:14:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3447.cfm At the heart of the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan, a concerted effort by international organizations is needed to staunch the Taliban's control over the opium trade. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:34:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3443.cfm This network of Islamist extremists has been growing for decades, and they believe that now is their time to take out Pakistan's secular government. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:53:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3440.cfm Beyond the initial media circus surrounding his Peace Prize, the recognition of President Obama's change in foreign policy may say more about U.S.-Middle East relations than upon first look. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:37:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3429.cfm After visiting Israel from his native Sweden, Daniel Strumberg spent the next six years volunteering for the Israeli army in hopes of becoming a soldier. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 20:29:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3425.cfm After playing a part in the Cold War, the N.A.M. now has a new calling in countering unipolar dominance in international affairs. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:01:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3424.cfm Two-thirds of Iranians are ready to preclude developing nuclear weapons in exchange for lifting sanctions, but, despite sanctions, most are unwilling to give up enrichment. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:22:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3421.cfm The tape released by Osama bin Laden marks a new approach for al Qaeda, singling out the United States support for Israel in his message to the American people and government. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 01:29:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3420.cfm Dr. Oren Ben Lulu, an Israeli soldier turned doctor, often treats Palestinian terrorists, hoping that giving his best medical care can help reduce hatred. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:29:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3419.cfm Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:07:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3417.cfm If Egypt is to contain extremism and improve stability in the long-term, it needs to allow more legitimate access to power in its government. Sun, 13 Sep 2009 22:52:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3413.cfm After losing his friend to a Taliban assault, a sergeant reasserts his cause in Afghanistan. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 20:32:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3400.cfm The difference between Hamas and the J.A.A. is not about good or bad jihad, as some Westerners are claiming. The difference is merely in their strategies. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:26:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3395.cfm Many Afghans have high hopes for the upcoming presidential elections, but whether the elections will be the spark that dismantles insurgency and corruption hinges on several factors. Tue, 11 Aug 2009 22:04:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3391.cfm Professor Noam Chomsky, in an interview, applauds the recent protests in Iran and talks about how he sees repressive features not only in Iran, but in every society, that should be protested. Wed, 05 Aug 2009 01:13:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3389.cfm Over the past several years, Syria has turned its country around, and the attention it is now receiving from the United States may prove to bolster that development. Thu, 30 Jul 2009 01:32:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3387.cfm U.S. funding to Yemen-at its highest level in years-is a questionable strategy that may do more harm than good, ultimately exacerbating the country's instability. Sun, 26 Jul 2009 19:42:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3386.cfm Although relief has come to former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Pakistani chief justices, the destabilizing tug for power in Pakistan continues to come from several directions. Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:08:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3379.cfm As Iraq battles threats both domestic and regional, the United States will play an important role in how well Iraqi armed forces are able to secure the country. Sun, 12 Jul 2009 19:14:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3374.cfm Regardless of President Mubarak's title, his son has already effectively taken over the reins of power in Egypt, steering the country toward social and economic modernity. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:37:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3370.cfm The people of Iran have their own leaders yet to come in front of our mission to get our freedom back. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:58:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3369.cfm The blogosphere is one of the Iranian people's only outlets of expression. Worldpress.org reviews a collection of blogs from Iranians reacting to the election and the ensuing protests and brutality. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 01:10:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3368.cfm Iran's fraudulent elections were designed to deceive the world, and now the backlash is coming from masses opposed not only to Ahmadinejad but to the regime as a whole. Sun, 21 Jun 2009 20:38:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3364.cfm The Lebanese overwhelmingly voted to retain the status quo, reinforcing the country's sectarianism, corruption, cronyism and dynastic rule. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:08:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3363.cfm The conflict between Israel and Palestine is deeper and more complex than many conventional arguments convey. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 02:30:00 GMT http://www.worldpress.org/Mideast/3362.cfm U.S. President Barack Obama addressed the Muslim world during his recent trip to the Middle East. Worldpress.org reviews comment and analysis from Egypt, France, Germany, Indonesia, Iran, Israel, Lebanon, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia. Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:26:00 GMT