Iran Nuclear Program Raises 'Serious Concerns,' U.N. Agency Says -- L.A. Times
REPORTING FROM WASHINGTON -- The United Nations nuclear inspection agency has “serious concerns” about “possible military dimensions to Iran’s nuclear program,” according to a report released Tuesday.
Citing a thousand pages of documents, satellite photos and intelligence information from 10 member states, the Vienna-based International Atomic Energy Agency says Iran has taken steps to develop a nuclear bomb, despite Iran’s contention that its program is entirely for civilian purposes.
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MIDDLE EAST
U.N.: At least 3,500 dead in Syria crackdown.
Israel's Barak plays down talk of war with Iran.
Iraqi governor survives assassination attempt.
Kuwait, US still talking about troop plan.
Witness: Sleeping in Gaddafi's bedroom.
ASIA
China calls on Japan to quickly resolve fishing boat incident.
South Korea approves sending medical aid to north.
Ethnic rioting in Papua New Guinea leaves 6 dead.
Australia passes controversial carbon pollution tax.
Chinese-funded hydropower project sparks anger in Burma.
Thai floods ease in north, still threaten Bangkok.
AFRICA
Some small signs that the 'Arab Spring' is spreading into Africa.
Residents flee northeast Nigeria city after radical Muslim sect attack kills more than 100.
Somali pirates overwhelmed by Taiwan fishing boat crew.
DR. Congo tension mounts ahead of vote.
Kenyan military targeting al-Shabab finances.
EUROPE
Berlusconi promises to resign amid Italy debt woes.
Europe’s economic struggles continue despite Greek deal.
Senior govt official: new Greek premier expected to be announced some time Tuesday.
Balkans seeking around $700 million for refugees.
Street crime wave hits Europe's capital.
Italy government borrowing rates hit euro-era high. Italy bond yields soar; Euro zone troubles deepen.
Sarkozy tells Obama Netanyahu is a "liar".
AMERICAS
Haiti cholera victims demand major UN compensation.
Holder: 'Fast and Furious' tactics will not be tolerated.
Mexican police take Familia Michoacana gang's 'El Toro' by the horns.
Colombians caught in war long for reprieve.
Retired military general Otto Pérez Molina wins Guatemala's presidency.
SEARCHERS have recovered the bodies of three more people from the debris of a massive mudslide in Colombia, raising the death toll to 42.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
USAID touts role in blunting Islamic extremism.
Terrorism suspect on trial in Germany.
The truth behind Osama bin Laden SEAL raid? Five bombshells.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Wall Street ends up after Italy vote.
Credit Suisse to hand over US account tax details.
Wall Street workers' pay to fall 20-30 percent: report.
Wealth gap between young and old is wider than ever.
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