Syria vows "iron fist" response after Damascus terror attacks

January 7, 2012 - 14:20 AMT  22:19 GMT
Syria interior ministry pledge comes after a bomb in the capital killed at least 25 civilians and members of security forces.

Turkey's former military chief arrested over coup allegations

January 7, 2012 - 14:00 AMT  22:19 GMT
Ilker Basbug will go on trial for his alleged role in a plot to overthrow the government through involvement with Ergenekon network.
UN Secretary-General condemns terrorist bombing in Damascus

UN Secretary-General condemns terrorist bombing in Damascus

January 7, 2012 - 13:30 AMT  09:30 GMT
Ban Ki-moon remains gravely concerned at the deteriorating situation in Syria, where thousands have lost their lives since March.

West ready with new plan in case of Hormuz blockade

January 7, 2012 - 13:26 AMT  22:19 GMT
IEA discussed a plan to release up to 14 mln barrels per day of government-owned oil stored in U.S., Europe, Japan and other importers.
Samsung reports 35 mln handsets sale in Q4

Samsung reports 35 mln handsets sale in Q4

January 7, 2012 - 12:54 AMT  22:19 GMT
Samsung Electronics expects its Q4 numbers to jump 22 percent over Q3 for a profit of USD 4.5 billion.
Russia calls for humanity in Mubarak sentence

Russia calls for humanity in Mubarak sentence

January 7, 2012 - 12:47 AMT  22:19 GMT
Russian Foreign Ministry is concerned over the calls of prosecutor in Mubarak trial to sentence the former leader to death by hanging.
Soros: euro collapse repercussions catastrophic

Soros: euro collapse repercussions catastrophic

January 7, 2012 - 12:35 AMT  22:19 GMT
"If the common currency were to break down, it will lead to the break up of the European Union itself,” the billionaire investor said.
ArmMono one-actor fest to launch Feb 29 in Yerevan

ArmMono one-actor fest to launch Feb 29 in Yerevan

January 7, 2012 - 12:29 AMT  22:19 GMT
Master classes for Yerevan State Institute of Theater and Cinema students will be held on international festival sidelines.
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