U.S soldiers of 101st Airborne Division patrol in their armored vehicle in Parwan province, north of Kabul, Afghanistan, Monday, April 6, 2009. U.S. President Barack Obama has increased the U.S. focus on Afghanistan and has pledged to send 21,000 additional troops to bolster the 38,000 already in the country. (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool). Read more ....MIDDLE EAST
Jewish settlers rampage through West Bank village.
Kuwait's democracy faces turbulence.
Iran charges U.S. journalist as spy.
Marine acquitted of murder in Iraq slaying.
Lebanon to turn over files on Hariri slaying to U.N. tribunal.
One man's fight to take on Hezbollah.
ASIA
Obama seeks another $83 billion for Iraq, Afghanistan.
UN issues new Sri Lanka warning.
Pakistan peace effort rattled by cleric's exit.
Pak Taliban fighters uniting to take over Islamabad: Reports.
U.S. looks to expand India ties.
AFRICA
Sierra Leone rebel leaders sentenced for War Crimes.
Ex-combatants find their way back to a changed Rwanda.
Algeria has a Presidential election today.
Owners debate arming ships against Somali pirates.
EUROPE
Italy quake toll climbs to 283. More news here and here.
French lawmakers reject Internet piracy bill.
Georgians plan big protest of President. More news here.
AMERICAS
Exiles want to expand U.S.-Cuba relations.
Obama to push Immigration Bill as one priority.
Rasmussen Poll: Just 53% of Americans say capitalism better than Socialism.
Canada job losses worst since 1982 recession.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
U.K.'s Gordon Brown defends anti-terror operation after 'blundering Bob' quits over dossier gaffe. More news here and here.
Turkey police detain 30 suspects in Al-Qaeda swoop-agency.
FINANCIAL/ECONOMIC CRISIS
No U.S. banks will close due to stress tests: source.
Banks holding up in tests, but may still need aid.
No U.S. banks will close due to stress tests: source.
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