Gorbachev Calls for New Elections, Russian Security Forces Patrol Moscow Streets -- Voice of America
Russia’s protest movement continues to move from the Internet to the streets and protesters have won an unexpected ally, the last leader of the Soviet Union.
Mikhail Gorbachev says Russia’s elections on Sunday were unfair, and he is calling on authorities to hold new ones.
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MIDDLE EAST
Wary U.S. uncertain of Israel's Iran plans.
Opposition groups report clashes in northern Syria.
Assad denies responsibility in Syrian crackdown. Syria’s Assad says he didn’t order crackdown on demonstrators.
Iran explosions prompt speculation of secret attacks.
'Arab Spring' is at critical juncture-IMF Chief.
Yemen PM says government imminent, U.N. warns on civilians.
Israel ex-President Katsav begins jail term for rape.
Australian given 500 lashes for blasphemy in Saudi Arabia.
ASIA
Violence wanes in Kashmir, but India maintains tight military grip.
Karzai says Kabul attack was plotted in Pakistan.
Afghanistan: 19 killed in Helmand roadside bomb.
Pakistani president hospitalized; aides say he won't resign. 'Silent coup' rumors swirl as Zardari leaves Pakistan.
Pakistan's Zardari in hospital 'for heart condition'.
Thai "red shirt" surrenders after over a year on the run.
India to ban 'offensive' Internet material.
Outrage grows over air pollution and China’s response.
AFRICA
Nigeria's ex-Boko Haram spokesman Konduga jailed.
Muslim brotherhood claims another victory in Egyptian elections.
Libya authorities 'to disarm Tripoli by 31 December'.
U.S. commandos fan out in remote Africa to help find brutal rebels. U.S. troops deploy in LRA rebel hunt: Ugandan Army.
Kenyan military reports dozens killed in multiple engagements with Somali militants.
Partial results for Congo’s elections show Kabila ahead with 14-point lead. Congo president wins in kind of ‘coup d’etat’.
Western nations now on the sidelines at Sudan talks.
6-year-olds working in gold mines in Mali, says Human Rights Watch.
EUROPE
Reports: Russian military official says S-400 SAMs will be deployed in Kaliningrad.
Greek parliament approves 2012 austerity budget.
S&P threatens downgrade for Europe bailout fund.
Eurozone crisis: New EU treaty 'may not be needed'.
Mikhail Gorbachev calls for a new vote in Russia. Putin takes formal step to regain Kremlin top job.
Russia chides Clinton over election criticism.
Romania ratifies U.S. missile shield agreement.
AMERICANS
Obama agrees to perimeter security with Canada to bolster trade.
Mexico stops plot to smuggle Kadafi son into country.
Brazil's economic growth stalls in third quarter.
Mexico blames gangsters for casino tragedy, but clears others.
Despite Army takeover, fear strong in Mexican town.
Colombians stage big anti-Farc protests.
Mexico says Gadhafi son tried to enter country.
Political protesters in Guyana clash with police.
Chile politicians condemn president's 'sexist' joke.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Lawmakers blast administration for calling Fort Hood massacre 'workplace violence'.
NYPD puts local banks on alert after parcel bomb found in Germany.
Experts: Al-Qaida minting few militants online.
Military a growing terrorist target, lawmakers warn.
Insider: $56 billion later, airport security is junk.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Apple loses iPad trademark case in China.
China warns of 'severe challenges' to exports to West.
Bill Gates developing nuclear reactor with China.
Billionaires with 1% tax rates.
Why Congress is warming up to ban on insider trading.
Economic troubles in Europe and U.S. start to affect Asia.
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