Ozbiliz to miss Armenia v. Czech Republic qualifier

Ozbiliz to miss Armenia v. Czech Republic qualifier

March 17, 2013 - 15:14 AMT  11:14 GMT
Armenian national team and Kuban FC midfielder Aras Ozbiliz is currently undergoing treatment in the Netherlands.
Al-Qaeda in Iraq claims responsibility for ministry assault

Al-Qaeda in Iraq claims responsibility for ministry assault

March 17, 2013 - 14:49 AMT  10:49 GMT
The group, the Islamic State of Iraq, claimed to have killed up to 60 people, the U.S.-based SITE Monitoring Service said.
Russian opposition to hold two mass rallies in April, May

Russian opposition to hold two mass rallies in April, May

March 17, 2013 - 14:43 AMT  10:43 GMT
The first rally is scheduled for April 6 on Pushkin Square and the second will be held under the slogan “For Freedom!” on May 6.
Indian police detain 20 in Swiss woman gang-rape probe

Indian police detain 20 in Swiss woman gang-rape probe

March 17, 2013 - 14:30 AMT  10:30 GMT
Castelmur said he was "most distressed" by the incident and has assured the couple of the Swiss government's help and support.
Syrian army general reportedly defects to opposition

Syrian army general reportedly defects to opposition

March 17, 2013 - 14:25 AMT  10:25 GMT
"It is not possible for anyone to accept any of the ideas of this regime unless they have achieved special interests," Gen Khalouf said.
Chinese Premier says economic growth top priority

Chinese Premier says economic growth top priority

March 17, 2013 - 14:15 AMT  10:15 GMT
We may also have to confront some protracted problems. This is because we will have to shake up vested interests," said Li.
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