Wazzani Journal: A Vista of War and Peace at a Lebanese Crossroads
A new resort taking shape at the Israel-Lebanon border illustrates the duality of life there as the Lebanese prepare for war and tourist season. feeds.nytimes.com |
Satire Gets a Tough Reception in Pakistan
To some, "Burqavaganza" is a funny love story in the time of jihad. To others, it mocks Islam. The government's recent ban on the play highlights Pakistan's liberal/conservative divide. feeds.nytimes.com |
News Analysis: Different Views of New Phase in Iraq
American reports often show fewer violent deaths than figures released by the Iraqi government. feeds.nytimes.com |
Iran woman's stoning sentence 'on hold'
DEATH sentence given to woman convicted of adultery and murder was will be reviewed. news.com.au |
29 NATO tankers in new Pakistan attack
GUNMEN today attacked and torched at least 29 NATO oil tankers in Pakistan, the sixth such attack in just over a week, officials said. news.com.au |