Turkish MP: Kurds should not lay down arms

January 10, 2012 - 17:34 AMT  15:46 GMT
“When dialogue begins in the future and we take a look back, we will feel sorry and hurt for the youth,” Leyla Zana said.

Israeli media: Iran to test one-kiloton nuclear device in 2012

January 10, 2012 - 17:33 AMT  15:46 GMT
According to DEBKA Israeli news agency, Iranian underground facilities are under construction in great secrecy.

Russian naval task force leaves Syrian port

January 10, 2012 - 17:28 AMT  15:46 GMT
The warships left the Syrian territorial waters on and continued on their route in accordance with their schedule.

Israel prepares to take in Syrian refugees

January 10, 2012 - 17:19 AMT  15:46 GMT
Lt. Gen Benny Gantz told a parliamentary committee , that he expects Assad will be toppled by the popular uprising.

Russia doubles fine for insulting officials

January 10, 2012 - 17:16 AMT  15:46 GMT
The measure has been presented as a breakthrough initiative in President Medvedev’s bid to liberalize the Criminal Code.
UK ambassadors arrive in Armenia

UK ambassadors arrive in Armenia

January 10, 2012 - 17:01 AMT  15:46 GMT
Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian met with joint ambassadors to Armenia, Jonathan James Aves and Katherine Jane Leach.
Bashar al-Assad: foreign conspiracy destabilize Syria

Bashar al-Assad: foreign conspiracy destabilize Syria

January 10, 2012 - 16:46 AMT  15:46 GMT
Syrian President said elections could be held later this year but "terrorism" would be met with an "iron fist".
Armenian Women’s Chess Championship draw held

Armenian Women’s Chess Championship draw held

January 10, 2012 - 16:33 AMT  12:33 GMT
The tournament is due January 11-22, with winners of 1-3rd places to gain an entry to 2013 Armenian Championship.
Expert: ANC won’t gather vast masses for February rally

Expert: ANC won’t gather vast masses for February rally

January 10, 2012 - 16:32 AMT  15:46 GMT
“ANC will be attempting to boost supporters’ activity right before parliamentary elections,” Alexander Iskandaryan said.
Fiat, Chrysler mulling an alliance with Peugeot

Fiat, Chrysler mulling an alliance with Peugeot

January 10, 2012 - 16:27 AMT  15:46 GMT
Fiat and Chrysler, whose full merger is expected by 2015, aim to become an auto giant with joint production.
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