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Human traffickers from Pakistan succeed in sending 43 migrants illegally to South Africa.

Muslims go through internal debates on how to present themselves in public.

US Vice President describes WikiLeaks founder as dangerous "hi-tech terrorist".

The shadow of Munter’s predecessor, Anne Patterson, still falls heavily over Pakistan thanks to Wikileaks.

Luton in London has mosques and halal meat shops and cheap ready made shalwar kameez hang with sweaters.

Airlines forced to scrap flights on what is traditionally the busiest weekend for travellers before Christmas.

United Arab Emirates eases tough rules for foreign workers who want to change employers.

Kashmiri leaders say reports of torture by security forces in Indian-held Kashmir comes as no surprise.

Ghailani, first captured in Pakistan in 2004, is the first Guantanamo prisoner to stand trial on US mainland.

Assange says 'increasingly likely' US would try to extradite him on charges related to WikiLeaks.

Private US security firm Xe, formerly known as Blackwater, bought by group of private investors.

Two million Shiites participate in Ashura commemorations in the Iraqi shrine city of Karbala.

US diplomats suggest Bollywood stars could be sent to Afghanistan to help stabilise the troubled country.

Washington terms Pakistan central to success in the region.

Court sets WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange free on bail. Assange says he is innocent, work goes on.

Analysts say there is a contradiction in Obama's claims, the review does not reflect ground realities.

US president calls on Pakistan to step up the fight to root out terrorist safe havens.

Obama administration reviews overhauled Afghanistan strategy, finds Taliban momentum arrested in many areas.

Sixty per cent Americans believe the war in Afghanistan is not worth fighting.

Abu Yahya calls on Pakistanis to 'strike American aircraft, centers and convoys in revenge.'

US Ambassador Cameron Munter with his wife, Dr Marilyn Wyatt, presided over the ceremony.

Beijing says it is supplying the reactors under the 2003 agreement.

British-based Pakistani man believed to be part of a global al Qaeda plot to carry out attacks in UK, US and Norway.

Sunni rebel group Jundallah claims responsibility, says it is fighting for the rights of Iran's Balochi community.

Swedish intelligence agency Saepo publishes report on extremist activities in Sweden.

American man in Germany reportedly cured of HIV infection, researchers cite dangers of treatment.

Wen Jiabo arrives in India ahead of huge business delegation as hundreds of Tibetan exiles march in protest.

US intelligence reports call "Pakistan's unwillingness to shut down militant sanctuaries" as obstacle in Afghan...

Awais Younis allegedly described how to build a pipe bomb that could maximise casualties on Washington Metrorail.

US special envoy for Afghanistan and Pakistan died on Monday at the age of 69.

Focus on reinforcing Pakistan’s efforts to crackdown on al Qaeda.

Swedish prosecutors challenge the bail order issued earlier in the day.

Admiral Mike Mullen says he wants to know Pakistan military's overview of the regional situation.

Holbrooke's deputy takes over but the envoy's death may impede Afghan solution.

WikiLeaks founder stands by actions, likely to remain in custody overnight.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange blasts Visa, MasterCard and PayPal for blocking donations to his website

Sudan's judiciary investigating brutal whipping of young woman after shocking images are circulated on the Internet.

US pastor Terry Jones says he will promote peace during his visit after authorities said they were considering a ban.

Preacher who was behind the controversial "Burn a Quran Day" expected to speak against "the destructiveness of Islam".

Operations in Kunar province launched after a joint patrol of Nato and Afghan troops was ambushed.

German Chancellor slams Pakistan saying it uses "terror as state policy" to fulfill political objectives.

Authorities say teacher set exam paper aimed at fuelling separatist sentiment in volatile region.

Documentary film causes rumour of Ashtiani release, remains in jail and faces possible hanging.

Leaked cables reveal Indian Defence Minister AK Antony claimed that little had been done to shut down the camps.

Fifteen civilians killed after vehicles hits roadside bomb in Helmand province.

Laws to protect and promote human rights are indispensable, says Ban Ki-moon.

Singh says trade-linked assistance not the ideal way to relieve Pakistan.

George Papandreou says that the failure to provide such a facility for over two decades is a "disgrace."

Peace prize dedicated to "lost souls" of Tiananmen. Beijing furious at award, says West arrogant.

The surface-to-surface "Agni-II plus" dropped into the sea shortly into its planned flight, sources say.