Antiregime protesters gather in Hula, near Homs, on November 13. Radio Free Europe
Arab League Confirms Suspension Of Syria, Says It Must End Violence Or Face Sanctions -- Washington Post/AP
RABAT, Morocco — The Arab League confirmed the suspension of Syria from the organization on Wednesday and gave its government three days to halt the violence and accept an observer mission or face economic sanctions.
The suspension — first announced by the Arab League on Saturday and confirmed during the meeting — is a surprisingly harsh and highly unusual move for a member of Syria’s standing.
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MIDDLE EAST
Syria faces army defectors, worldwide isolation. Syria defectors 'attack military base in Harasta'.
Syria stops oil payments to France's Total.
Turkey delivers blunt message to Syria's president.
Powers make 'progress' on IAEA Iran resolution. East-West split threatens nuclear unity on Iran.
Yemen's Saleh vows to step down as president.
Gaza militants fire 2 rockets at Israel after military chief threatens to launch offensive.
Palestinian Authority president to meet Hamas leader next week.
Fatah: Fayyad remains candidate for PM of Palestinian unity government.
AQAP seizes another town in southern Yemen.
ASIA
Obama's Australia visit focuses on regional security.
Pakistan: Suspected U.S. missiles kill 16.
Former President Arroyo stopped from leaving Philippines.
US Secretary of State backs Philippines in South China Sea dispute.
Western Bangkok warned floods may last until new year.
Kazakhstan dissolves parliament, calls election.
Reclusive North Korea opens its door a crack for tourists.
AFRICA
Who's bombing Somalia? French, US trade blame.
Violence in Nile port city sparks worry about Egypt military's tactics.
Former Libyan dictator never destroyed WMD weapons as promised.
Predictions of war haunt Sudan's southern border.
Gaddafi son stays until U.N. lifts travel ban: Niger.
Tunisian parties pick rights activist as President.
Islamist rivalry heats up in Egyptian election.
Troubled vote may tie Liberian President's hands.
Rwanda to restock with South African lions and rhinos.
EUROPE
Europeans have deep doubts about Euro.
Monti officially becomes Italy's PM.
Greek government set to win confidence vote.
Mixed reviews for German call to elect EU prez.
For Putin, a peace prize for a decision to go to war.
AMERICAS
Colombia's new FARC boss, a doctor and strategist.
Suspect arrested in White House shooting case.
Nicaragua's Ortega to enjoy 2/3 majority in Congress.
Fiery leftist will again run for Mexican president.
Special report: Guatemala's new leader faces questions.
Mexico arrests a leader of Knights Templar drug cartel.
Canada questions Haitian gov't plans for new army.
Secret Service says bullet hit White House.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Concern grows in U.K., U.S. over Somali-based militants.
Yemen’s military kills 7 al-Qaida fighters in battle for key southern city, official says.
Mandatory military detention of terror suspects clears Senate hurdle.
Austrian returns, unrepentant, to online Jihad.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
U.S. Federal debt tops $15 trillion. Fed now largest owner of U.S. Gov’t debt—surpassing China.
Facebook warns of recent wave of spam.
Attack on Iran could risk Gulf oil supplies.
Stocks fall broadly as oil tops $100 a barrel.
NBA players file antitrust lawsuits against league.
Moody's blasts plan to curb ratings agencies: report.
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