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Islamists set for power after strong vote for Muslim parties in Tunisia’s first democratic elections since revolution. 90 per cent turn out to vote in the country’s first ever free and fair elections Tunisia’s main Islamist party is on its way … Full Details →

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Libyan rebels seized most of the capital, swiped control of state television, battled Moammar Gadhafi’s forces and had three of his sons in custody Monday, as their efforts converged on the one task that could bring an end to their … Full Details →

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Massive protests centered on rental prices and scarce public housing continue to roil Israel as the movement rolled into its fourth week. This weekend saw the largest demonstrations yet. Police said about 320,000 people took to the nation’s streets Saturday … Full Details →

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He was once a powerful symbol of autocracy in the Arab world, but Wednesday, a frail Hosni Mubarak was wheeled into a Cairo courtroom cage to face trial for allegedly ordering the killing of anti-government protesters. Dressed in a white … Full Details →

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Six months after the improbable revolt that toppled one of the world’s longest-serving rulers, protesters are once again camping in Cairo’s Tahrir Square to demand speedy change. The president they ousted, Hosni Mubarak, faces a possible death sentence if he … Full Details →

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The Syrian government has adopted a draft law that allows the formation of political parties other than the ruling Baath party, state media say. The Baath party has governed Syria for nearly half a century. The law appears to prohibit … Full Details →