Protests Erupt Across Islamic World Over Video -- Voice of America
Fresh protests have erupted across the Islamic world, sparked by the Internet video that mocks the Prophet Muhammad.
In Pakistan, protests turned violent in the capital, Islamabad, and in Karachi and Peshawar. At least 13 people were killed in clashes between security personnel and protesters, including a policeman in Karachi.
Pakistan's Foreign Ministry says it summoned U.S. diplomat Richard Hoagland to register a “strong protest” over the film. Hoagland reiterated U.S. condemnation of the video and emphasized the U.S. government had nothing to do with it.
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MIDDLE EAST
Syrian troops clash with rebels in Aleppo.
Syria's neighbors seek extension of U.N. war crimes inquiry.
Israeli military thwarts infiltration attempt from Egypt; 3 militants, 1 Israeli soldier die.
Turkish military officers jailed for Erdogan coup plot. 326 convicted in Turkey military coup plot.
Iran and Israel face off at IAEA meeting.
Iran's nuclear chief claims Tehran fooled UK's MI6.
Mideast ambitions: Turkey and Egypt seek alliance.
ASIA
South Korea fires on North Korean fishing boats.
Pakistani military says kills 29 Taliban near Afghan border.
Bomb leaves six dead in Thailand's restive south.
US: World can't afford crisis in Asian seas.
Japan firms say China protests affect business plans: Reuters poll.
Bo Xilai police chief verdict expected on Monday.
AFRICA
White House FINALLY admits U.S. consulate attacks in Libya that killed ambassador were acts of terror (but Obama still blames anti-Islam film).
Libyan official: ‘We don’t have enough power’ to catch US Ambassador’s killers. Eight people arrested over Benghazi attack: official.
Libyans hold giant march against militias.
DR Congo M23 rebels have 'de facto administration'.
Sudan hopeful for South Sudan deal despite fresh fighting.
Sierra Leone's cholera epidemic easing but not over.
Hailemariam sworn in as Ethiopia's PM.
EUROPE
Exclusive: Ukraine trade demand shocks global partners.
Italy, Greece insist on safeguarding eurozone.
Spain risks break-up as Mariano Rajoy stirs Catalan fury.
Macho image fades as Russia's Putin nears 60.
Russian democracy groups face tough times after USAID ouster.
For scandal-weary Italians, another scandal.
Portugal ruling party's popularity hammered by taxes.
AMERICAS
Chavez reelection in jeopardy because of spending and crime in Venezuela.
Mexico’s Zetas crime gang using mass jailbreaks to restock ranks; wardens, guards often help.
Argentine growth slumps as Fernandez tightens controls.
U.S. warns Brazil on tariffs, gets stinging rebuke.
Unemployment rates rise in half of US states.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
U.S. to remove Iran group from terror list, officials say.
Anti-terrorism police across Europe planning to patrol Facebook, Google and Twitter.
Al Qaeda threatens to kill French hostages.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Annual ranking: U.S. has less economic freedom than Bahrain.
New iPhone hits stores across the globe.
EMI-Universal deal cleared by EU and US regulators.
Iranian hackers target Bank of America, JPMorgan, Citi.
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