Hillary Clinton stands firm on Israel construction

Hillary Clinton stands firm on Israel construction

During a visit by Netanyahu, Clinton signals that the U.S. will continue its opposition to building in disputed areas. Netanyahu is expected to declare a strong Israeli right to build in Jerusalem.

Standoff in Iran over subsidy cuts

President Ahmadinejad wants to slash government subsidies for food and fuel by $40 billion and take control of the savings. Rivals in parliament have agreed to half that amount.

Maliki seeks recount in Iraq elections

The prime minister, in a narrow race with Iyad Allawi, alleges fraud and demands a recount, invoking his power as commander in chief. Fears of turmoil rise as the election commission rejects the call.

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Gaza rocket kills Thai worker in southern Israel

A rocket launched Thursday from the Gaza Strip killed a Thai farmworker in southern Israel, the first such fatality in the area in more than...

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Israel rejects U.S. calls to halt East Jerusalem plan

Israel rejects U.S. calls to halt East Jerusalem plan

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