It was one of the more serious attacks in a crime spree over the past year after the ouster of Hosni Mubarak.

Israeli FM said the attacks proved that Israelis both at home and abroad were "a target for terrorists."

"We are ready to contribute to the security agreement between all Gulf countries," Russian FM Sergei Lavrov said.

The eight pirates were arrested a month ago when a Danish vessel freed hostages from a fishing vessel off the coast of Somalia.

French nuclear reactors' lifespan should be increased beyond current limit of 40 years to help the country's energy needs.

The team is putting together a team to assess the possibilities of a potential location on the far side of the Moon.

China’s Deputy FM Ma Zhaoxu met Iran's deputy negotiator Ali Baqeri to discuss Tehran’s nuclear program.