Iraq and Kuwait seek cultural communication and exchange

Officials from both countries plan to organize cultural events that support bilateral relations and promote common interests.

Killing of Fatah al-Islam leader deals severe blow to aspiring al-Qaeda proxy in Lebanon

The new organisation's "emir" inherited a weakened group confined to the Ain al-Hilweh refugee camp.

Lebanese lawmakers call for 'demilitarized Beirut' amid Hizbullah opposition

Future bloc MPs want all illegal weapons off the streets following deadly clashes involving members of Hizbullah and the Islamic Charitable Projects Association.

Al-Maliki voices confidence in Iraqi forces

As US combat operations drew to a close, Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki said Iraqi forces are ready to preserve security.

Operation Shuhada al-Midan leads to 23 arrests

Eight suspects remain at large and security officials said citizens can facilitate their arrest by providing information to a toll-free number (130).

Amateurish bomb making claims scores of terrorists across Iraq

Iraqi forces have seized numerous weapons caches in recent months, forcing terrorists to resort to making unstable explosive devices.