Russia is key supporter of regime of President Bashar al Assad while GCC states back rebels bidding to oust him.

Displaced Iraqis join more than 1.1 million compatriots who fled violence and have still not returned to their homes.

The group claimed a twin suicide attack against the Iranian embassy in Beirut, killing 25 people.

It follows a Pakistan-born Muslim cleric being charged with conducting illegal marriage and arrest of the "husband"

Kareem Khan was picked up from his home on the outskirts of Islamabad on February 5.

Offering young girls as brides in compensation to settle disputes persists in many areas of the country.

Seven reporters were killed in the line of duty in 2013.

Unidentified persons threw hand grenades which drew people out, after which attackers started firing at them.

US forces said prisoners were "legitimate force protection concern" for both Afghan, international forces.

South Africa captain confident ahead of first Test against Australia today.