Sunday, March 6, 2011

World News Briefs -- March 6, 2011



Gadhafi Rallies Backers as Rebels Advance -- Wall Street Journal

Heavy machine-gun fire erupted before dawn Sunday in the Libyan capital, including in the neighborhood of Col. Moammar Gadhafi's residence, as his supporters poured into the streets after state television broadcast unconfirmed claims that the government's armed forces had recaptured key areas around the country.

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MIDDLE EAST

A look at political unrest in the Middle East.

In Bahrain, a key opposition leader signals openness to compromise. Shiite protesters in Bahrain besiege PM office.

Saudi Arabia imposes ban on all protests.

Egypt: Feared former interior minister el-Adly on trial.

All's quiet on the Israel-Lebanon front.

ASIA

Japan's Foreign Minister resigns.

China tightens restrictions on foreign journalists.

China will pursue 'powerful' military: Wen.

Bleak future for Christchurch as population flees.

AFRICA

Libya forces fight rebels advancing toward capital.
Gaddafi launches counter-offensive on Libya rebels. Clashes as rebels deny Libyan victory claims.

President Mugabe on medical trip to Asia.

Fighting in western I. Coast, wounded reach Liberia.

Somalia: Government captures al-Shabab militia bases.

EUROPE

Insurgency in Russia's Caucasus a growing threat.

Chernobyl: The toxic tourist attraction.

Former French President Chirac to stand trial.

The aging 'pimps' at the heart of the Berlusconi scandal.

AMERICAS

Cuba tries US aid worker Alan Gross for 'spying'. U.S. contractor found guilty in Cuba trial, report says.

Colombia assuming instructor role for other militaries.

Mexico female police chief flees to US.

Rio heads into Carnival climax: its famed parades.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Al-Qaeda routing money to India via Europe: report.

Suspected Al Qaeda militants kill 4 Yemen police.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

HSBC's loss alert on US foreclosures.

Ireland's new government to stick to EU/IMF plan: source.

Wen says China set for five more fat years of growth. China's five-year plan: key points.

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