World News: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Tutsi and Hutu Conflict
The origins of conflict between the Tutsi and Hutu peoples.
The origins of conflict between the Tutsi and Hutu peoples.
World's Worst Earthquakes
A ranking of the strongest, most devastating temblors in the world.
A ranking of the strongest, most devastating temblors in the world.
Most Wanted Nazis
The Simon Wiesenthal Center updated its list of most wanted Nazis on April 1, 2008. Find their profiles here.
The Simon Wiesenthal Center updated its list of most wanted Nazis on April 1, 2008. Find their profiles here.
The British Tabloids
Sleaze is the story of the day in a country where the gossip papers are king.
Sleaze is the story of the day in a country where the gossip papers are king.
Continuity Irish Republican Army
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Grisly Remains
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
Apartheid
Apartheid defined in the World News glossary.
Apartheid defined in the World News glossary.
Hutu
Hutu defined in the World News glossary.
Hutu defined in the World News glossary.
King Abdullah
A profile of Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud, king of Saudi Arabia.
A profile of Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud, king of Saudi Arabia.
Fashion Pakistan Week: Pashmina Ahmed
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Top Latin America News Stories
If you're watching the news unfold in Latin America, here are the key stories to keep your eye on.
If you're watching the news unfold in Latin America, here are the key stories to keep your eye on.
Fashion Pakistan Week: Ather Hafeez
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Nelson Mandela
A profile of the ANC leader and former president of South Africa.
A profile of the ANC leader and former president of South Africa.
The Story Behind the 'Stans
Why there are all those countries with the suffix "stan" at the end.
Why there are all those countries with the suffix "stan" at the end.
A Bolivarian Revolution?
A primer on the philosophy by which Venezuela's ruler governs and wants to spread to other Latin American nations.
A primer on the philosophy by which Venezuela's ruler governs and wants to spread to other Latin American nations.
The Situation in Pakistan
President Pervez Musharraf's future is on the line as opposition lawmakers form a coalition and vow to oust the former general. But will the instability allow fundamentalist forces to gain ground?
President Pervez Musharraf's future is on the line as opposition lawmakers form a coalition and vow to oust the former general. But will the instability allow fundamentalist forces to gain ground?
Tutsi
Tutsi defined in the World News glossary.
Tutsi defined in the World News glossary.
Islamic Jihad Group
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Troop Levels in Afghanistan
An assessment of troop levels in Afghanistan after the 2001 NATO-led invasion to oust the Taliban from power.
An assessment of troop levels in Afghanistan after the 2001 NATO-led invasion to oust the Taliban from power.
Al-Shabaab
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Fashion Pakistan Week: Syed Rizwanullah
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
World's Worst Hurricanes
The powerful storms that have shaken the globe.
The powerful storms that have shaken the globe.
The Arab-Israeli Conflict
How did the conflict in the Middle East begin, and what is the future for Israel and the Palestinian Authority?
How did the conflict in the Middle East begin, and what is the future for Israel and the Palestinian Authority?
Fashion Pakistan Week: Nomi Ansari
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Fashion Pakistan Week: Deepak Perwani
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Top 10 News Stories to Watch
These are the top news stories that everyone will be watching as 2008 heats up.
These are the top news stories that everyone will be watching as 2008 heats up.
Robert Mugabe
A profile of the president of Zimbabwe.
A profile of the president of Zimbabwe.
Fashion Pakistan Week: Zarmina Khan
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Fashion Pakistan Week: Maheen Hussain
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Palestinian Militant Groups
A roundup of the different militant groups operating out of the Palestinian territories.
A roundup of the different militant groups operating out of the Palestinian territories.
France's Worst Serial Killers?
The trial of Michel Fourniret -- who reportedly enlisted his wife's help to seize virgin girls to rape and kill -- began March 27, 2008.
The trial of Michel Fourniret -- who reportedly enlisted his wife's help to seize virgin girls to rape and kill -- began March 27, 2008.
British Royal Family
A guide to the House of Windsor.
A guide to the House of Windsor.
Asif Ali Zardari
A profile of Asif Ali Zardari, widower of Benazir Bhutto and 14th president of Pakistan.
A profile of Asif Ali Zardari, widower of Benazir Bhutto and 14th president of Pakistan.
Impassable Roads
Tens of thousands die when western China is struck by a magnitude 7.9 earthquake on May 12, 2008.
Tens of thousands die when western China is struck by a magnitude 7.9 earthquake on May 12, 2008.
IMF
IMF defined in the World News glossary.
IMF defined in the World News glossary.
Politician's Anti-Quran Film
Despite warnings that violence would soon follow, far-right Dutch lawmaker Geert Wilders released his anti-Quran film "Fitna" on the Internet.
Despite warnings that violence would soon follow, far-right Dutch lawmaker Geert Wilders released his anti-Quran film "Fitna" on the Internet.
Intifada
Intifada defined in the World News glossary.
Intifada defined in the World News glossary.
Pakistan
A profile of the country of Pakistan.
A profile of the country of Pakistan.
Fashion Pakistan Week: Sanam Agha
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Communist Party of the Philippines/New People's Army
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Fashion Pakistan Week: Ismail Farid
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
INTERPOL
INTERPOL defined in the World News glossary.
INTERPOL defined in the World News glossary.
Neda
A gallery of photos from the protests that ensued after Iran's presidential election on June 12, 2009.
A gallery of photos from the protests that ensued after Iran's presidential election on June 12, 2009.
Morgan Tsvangirai
The leader of the Movement for Democratic Change presents the strongest challenge to Robert Mugabe's iron grip on rule.
The leader of the Movement for Democratic Change presents the strongest challenge to Robert Mugabe's iron grip on rule.
Fashion Pakistan Week: Rizwan Beyg
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Formal Burial
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
Armed Islamic Group (GIA)
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Harakat ul-Jihad-i-Islami/Bangladesh
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Abdullah Abdullah
A profile of the former foreign minister who came to challenge his onetime boss for the presidency of Afghanistan.
A profile of the former foreign minister who came to challenge his onetime boss for the presidency of Afghanistan.
Why are there two Congos?
Why two countries in Africa both share the name Congo.
Why two countries in Africa both share the name Congo.
Richter scale
Richter scale as defined in the World News glossary.
Richter scale as defined in the World News glossary.
African National Congress
African National Congress defined in the World News glossary.
African National Congress defined in the World News glossary.
Ansar al-Islam
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Kadima
The definition of Kadima from the World News glossary.
The definition of Kadima from the World News glossary.
Is it Burma or Myanmar?
The military junta's name change of the country doesn't sit well with everyone internationally.
The military junta's name change of the country doesn't sit well with everyone internationally.
Moammar Gadhafi
A profile of the longtime ruler of Libya
A profile of the longtime ruler of Libya
Swine Flu Resources
As the H1N1 "swine flu" virus continues to make news around the globe, keep up to date on the illness with these resources.
As the H1N1 "swine flu" virus continues to make news around the globe, keep up to date on the illness with these resources.
Victims' Relatives
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
War Wounded
Residents of one Georgian town live with uncertainty as Russian troops occupy their streets.
Residents of one Georgian town live with uncertainty as Russian troops occupy their streets.
Kibati Refugee Camp
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
As-Sahab
As-Sahab as defined in the World News glossary.
As-Sahab as defined in the World News glossary.
Srebrenica Executions
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
UN Human Rights Council
A profile of the controversial 47-member inter-governmental body within the United Nations system.
A profile of the controversial 47-member inter-governmental body within the United Nations system.
Roadblocks to Mideast peace
You won't find many who don't want to see peace in the Middle East, but the good-on-paper solutions face many real hurdles.
You won't find many who don't want to see peace in the Middle East, but the good-on-paper solutions face many real hurdles.
Fashion Pakistan Week: Adnan Perdesy
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Pakistan's fashion week -- a four-day event that was postponed twice due to security concerns in a country wracked by tensions between Islamist factions and the more westernized urban areas -- showed a couture, even racy side of a region that makes many think of the hijab or burqa.
Grieving Continues
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
U.N. Commemoration
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
Iraq's Mass Graves
As we neared the fifth anniversary of the Iraq war, yet another mass grave was discovered in a country that is pocked with crude burial sites dating back to Saddam Hussein's Baathist rule that began in 1979.
As we neared the fifth anniversary of the Iraq war, yet another mass grave was discovered in a country that is pocked with crude burial sites dating back to Saddam Hussein's Baathist rule that began in 1979.
Congolese Orphans
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Jaish-e-Mohammed
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Aung San Suu Kyi
A profile of the Burmese opposition leader.
A profile of the Burmese opposition leader.
Chavez Nationalizes Cement
The cement industry is the latest state takeover for Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez.
The cement industry is the latest state takeover for Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez.
Myanmar (Burma)
A profile of Myanmar, previously formally known as Burma.
A profile of Myanmar, previously formally known as Burma.
Congo's Children Suffer
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Congo's Front Line
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Bernard Munyagishari
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
Uighur
The definition of Uighur from the World News glossary.
The definition of Uighur from the World News glossary.
Activist Attacked
As President Robert Mugabe faced the greatest challenge to his decades iron-fisted power, the opposition in Zimbabwe faced violence from the president's supporters.
As President Robert Mugabe faced the greatest challenge to his decades iron-fisted power, the opposition in Zimbabwe faced violence from the president's supporters.
Torture Chief Duch Weeps
Duch, now 65, is one of five Khmer Rouge kingpins facing charges of crimes against humanity under the joint U.N.-Cambodian effort.
Duch, now 65, is one of five Khmer Rouge kingpins facing charges of crimes against humanity under the joint U.N.-Cambodian effort.
Gregoire Ndahimana
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
World News Guide for Voters
What are the issues around the globe that voters should be aware of when walking into the voting booth this November?
What are the issues around the globe that voters should be aware of when walking into the voting booth this November?
Evacuating the Homeless
Residents of Louisiana, Mississippi, and other Gulf Coast areas fled in a historic evacuation as Hurricane Gustav bore down on the United States.
Residents of Louisiana, Mississippi, and other Gulf Coast areas fled in a historic evacuation as Hurricane Gustav bore down on the United States.
What's next for Zimbabwe?
After Robert Mugabe declared himself victor in a one-man runoff marred by violence and voter intimidation, the world responds.
After Robert Mugabe declared himself victor in a one-man runoff marred by violence and voter intimidation, the world responds.
Top 10 News Stories of '00s
The news stories that shaped the first decade of the new millennium, from terrorism to natural and humanitarian disasters.
The news stories that shaped the first decade of the new millennium, from terrorism to natural and humanitarian disasters.
Congo's Displaced
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Taliban
Taliban defined in the World News glossary.
Taliban defined in the World News glossary.
Roma
Roma defined in the World News glossary.
Roma defined in the World News glossary.
Salafi
Salafi as defined in the World News glossary.
Salafi as defined in the World News glossary.
Kenji Nagai
Dedicated correspondent becomes the story as his shooting emphasizes the brutality of the Myanmar crackdowns.
Dedicated correspondent becomes the story as his shooting emphasizes the brutality of the Myanmar crackdowns.
Pakistan News
Pakistan has held a key place in the headlines since the decade's war on terrorism began, and now the world anxiously watches to see what the post-Musharraf era holds in this critical juncture of the West and the Muslim world.
Pakistan has held a key place in the headlines since the decade's war on terrorism began, and now the world anxiously watches to see what the post-Musharraf era holds in this critical juncture of the West and the Muslim world.
al-Jihad (Egyptian Islamic Jihad)
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Mugunga Refugee Camp
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Why conflict in South Ossetia?
Russian forces battle Georgian troops for control of this breakaway region.
Russian forces battle Georgian troops for control of this breakaway region.
U.N. Peacekeeping in the Congo
The history of MONUC, the storied United Nations' peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The history of MONUC, the storied United Nations' peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Peshmerga
The term peshmerga is explained in the World News glossary.
The term peshmerga is explained in the World News glossary.
Istanbul or Constantinople?
The name evolution of Europe's most populous city.
The name evolution of Europe's most populous city.
Aum Shinrikyo
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Obama Lunches With Cowen
As the world watches the new administration of U.S. President Barack Obama, the president has had to quickly get acquainted with his world neighbors. Here are key meetings between Obama and world leader thus far.
As the world watches the new administration of U.S. President Barack Obama, the president has had to quickly get acquainted with his world neighbors. Here are key meetings between Obama and world leader thus far.
Callixte Mbarushimana
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
Felicien Kabuga
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
Harakat ul-Mujahidin
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
List of the Dead
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
Israeli Special Forces
On Dec. 27, 2008, after a week in which Hamas militants had launched more than 200 rockets into Israel, Israeli forces staged a massive air assault on Hamas strongholds in Gaza.
On Dec. 27, 2008, after a week in which Hamas militants had launched more than 200 rockets into Israel, Israeli forces staged a massive air assault on Hamas strongholds in Gaza.
Argentina Farmers' Blockade
The farmers were protesting a dramatic increase on export taxes for soya beans -- a leading crop -- and other levies imposed by a presidential decree.
The farmers were protesting a dramatic increase on export taxes for soya beans -- a leading crop -- and other levies imposed by a presidential decree.
Hmong
The definition of Hmong from the World News glossary.
The definition of Hmong from the World News glossary.
Russia's Reach
Residents of one Georgian town live with uncertainty as Russian troops occupy their streets.
Residents of one Georgian town live with uncertainty as Russian troops occupy their streets.
Knesset
The Knesset as definted in the World News glossary.
The Knesset as definted in the World News glossary.
Election Day
A gallery of photos from the protests that ensued after Iran's presidential election on June 12, 2009.
A gallery of photos from the protests that ensued after Iran's presidential election on June 12, 2009.
Ildephonse Nizeyimana
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
Asbat al-Ansar
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
North Korean missile range
North Korean is saber-rattling by test its missiles and nuclear devices, but can they reach far enough for America to be worried?
North Korean is saber-rattling by test its missiles and nuclear devices, but can they reach far enough for America to be worried?
Gaza Bombing
On Dec. 27, 2008, after a week in which Hamas militants had launched more than 200 rockets into Israel, Israeli forces staged a massive air assault on Hamas strongholds in Gaza.
On Dec. 27, 2008, after a week in which Hamas militants had launched more than 200 rockets into Israel, Israeli forces staged a massive air assault on Hamas strongholds in Gaza.
The Afghan National Army
A look at the strength of the domestic military forces in Afghanistan.
A look at the strength of the domestic military forces in Afghanistan.
'Chemical Ali' to Hang
Ali Hassan al-Majid, aka Saddam's cousin, is sentenced to hang for crimes against humanity
Ali Hassan al-Majid, aka Saddam's cousin, is sentenced to hang for crimes against humanity
Basque Fatherland and Liberty (ETA)
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Hamas (Islamic Resistance Movement)
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Health Scare for Lady Thatcher
The Iron Lady's health continues to suffer as the future of her Conservative Party is muddled.
The Iron Lady's health continues to suffer as the future of her Conservative Party is muddled.
Mass Grave
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
Gadahfi's Book
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
Zimbabwe
A profile of the African country once known as Rhodesia.
A profile of the African country once known as Rhodesia.
2007: Kim Jong-Il Meets Roh Moo-Hyun
Kim Jong-Il, the reclusive and eccentric "Dear Leader" and dictator of North Korea, is hardly ever seen in public, even within the closed nation, and his pattern of summits with other world leaders -- plus a myriad of unnamed sources -- has led a Japanese professor and onetime journalist to theorize that body doubles who had been groomed to protect the ruler from assassination have been leading North Korea since 2003.
Kim Jong-Il, the reclusive and eccentric "Dear Leader" and dictator of North Korea, is hardly ever seen in public, even within the closed nation, and his pattern of summits with other world leaders -- plus a myriad of unnamed sources -- has led a Japanese professor and onetime journalist to theorize that body doubles who had been groomed to protect the ruler from assassination have been leading North Korea since 2003.
Profile: Dmitry Medvedev
A profile of Dmitry Medvedev, the technocrat whom Vladimir Putin is counting on to continue his legacy.
A profile of Dmitry Medvedev, the technocrat whom Vladimir Putin is counting on to continue his legacy.
Vladimir Putin
A profile of Russian politician Vladimir Putin.
A profile of Russian politician Vladimir Putin.
Protais Mpiranya
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
These suspects in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, which claimed upwards of 800,000 lives in just a few months, are still wanted and being sought by Interpol.
Radovan Karadzic
A profile of the Bosnian Serb leader facing multiple counts of genocide after years on the lam.
A profile of the Bosnian Serb leader facing multiple counts of genocide after years on the lam.
Celeb-Studded Dinner
With much fanfare from around the world, Nelson Mandela celebrated his 90th birthday on July 18, 2008 -- a date flanked by numerous celebrations for the former South African president and legendary apartheid foe.
With much fanfare from around the world, Nelson Mandela celebrated his 90th birthday on July 18, 2008 -- a date flanked by numerous celebrations for the former South African president and legendary apartheid foe.
Hezbollah
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
2007: Kim Jong-Il Reviewing Troops
Kim Jong-Il, the reclusive and eccentric "Dear Leader" and dictator of North Korea, is hardly ever seen in public, even within the closed nation, and his pattern of summits with other world leaders -- plus a myriad of unnamed sources -- has led a Japanese professor and onetime journalist to theorize that body doubles who had been groomed to protect the ruler from assassination have been leading North Korea since 2003.
Kim Jong-Il, the reclusive and eccentric "Dear Leader" and dictator of North Korea, is hardly ever seen in public, even within the closed nation, and his pattern of summits with other world leaders -- plus a myriad of unnamed sources -- has led a Japanese professor and onetime journalist to theorize that body doubles who had been groomed to protect the ruler from assassination have been leading North Korea since 2003.
2000: Kim Jong-Il and Kim Dae-jung, Day Two
Kim Jong-Il, the reclusive and eccentric "Dear Leader" and dictator of North Korea, is hardly ever seen in public, even within the closed nation, and his pattern of summits with other world leaders -- plus a myriad of unnamed sources -- has led a Japanese professor and onetime journalist to theorize that body doubles who had been groomed to protect the ruler from assassination have been leading North Korea since 2003.
Kim Jong-Il, the reclusive and eccentric "Dear Leader" and dictator of North Korea, is hardly ever seen in public, even within the closed nation, and his pattern of summits with other world leaders -- plus a myriad of unnamed sources -- has led a Japanese professor and onetime journalist to theorize that body doubles who had been groomed to protect the ruler from assassination have been leading North Korea since 2003.
Gadhafi Listens to Obama
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
Gadhafi's Notes
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
Gadhafi Supporters
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
Reaction to Gadhafi Speech
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
Ehud Olmert
The prime minister of Israel faced challenges after Ariel Sharon's stroke left him in charge.
The prime minister of Israel faced challenges after Ariel Sharon's stroke left him in charge.
OPEC
OPEC defined in the World News glossary.
OPEC defined in the World News glossary.
Congolese Rebel
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Quake Survivors
Tens of thousands die when western China is struck by a magnitude 7.9 earthquake on May 12, 2008.
Tens of thousands die when western China is struck by a magnitude 7.9 earthquake on May 12, 2008.
Junta
Junta defined in the World News glossary.
Junta defined in the World News glossary.
Will overtures to Iran work?
President Barack Obama made outreach to the Islamic Republic a cornerstone of his foreign policy, but it may not work out as planned.
President Barack Obama made outreach to the Islamic Republic a cornerstone of his foreign policy, but it may not work out as planned.
Seeking Answers
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
As the Srebrenica massacre is in the news again with the arrest of Radovan Karadzic, we look back on just what the former Bosnian Serb leader will be standing trial for.
Jemaah Islamiya
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Descriptions and images of the groups designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the U.S. State Department.
Venezuela News
Follow Venezuela and its populist leader, Hugo Chavez, in the headlines as the country's policies affect the rest of the Western Hemisphere.
Follow Venezuela and its populist leader, Hugo Chavez, in the headlines as the country's policies affect the rest of the Western Hemisphere.
Duma
The term duma defined in the World News glossary.
The term duma defined in the World News glossary.
Collapsed Plant
Tens of thousands die when western China is struck by a magnitude 7.9 earthquake on May 12, 2008.
Tens of thousands die when western China is struck by a magnitude 7.9 earthquake on May 12, 2008.
Gadhafi, the Star Attraction
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
Gadhafi Leaves U.N.
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
In September 2009 Libyan ruler Moammar Gadhafi made his first trip to the United States to address the 64th General Assembly of the United Nations. His controversial 96-minute speech caused quite a stir; here are the images from that visit.
Ahmad Batebi
A profile of the Iranian who became a symbol of the struggle for democracy in the 1999 student protests.
A profile of the Iranian who became a symbol of the struggle for democracy in the 1999 student protests.
Rebel Brew
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.
Congolese hope for an end to the latest bloodshed in a conflict that threatens to engulf much of central Africa, and which has raised fresh questions about the United Nations' ability to protect civilian populations in the cross-fire.