Annan views Lebanon devastation UN Secretary General Kofi Annan has seen first-hand the destruction wrought in southern Lebanon during the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
Iraqi army and militia agree to truce Iraqi authorities have agreed to a truce with a Shia militia.
Pope prepares to embrace theory of intelligent design Philosophers, scientists and other intellectuals close to Pope Benedict will gather at his summer palace outside Rome this week for intensive discussions that could herald a fundamental shift in the Vatican's view of evolution.
Prince Hassan: Arab leaders stole billions from their people Jordanian Prince Hassan Bin Talal levels scathing criticism at Arab leaders during speech delivered in Kyoto conference.
Treasury Official: Iran 'Central Bank of Terror' Iran, a primary source of funding for militant group Hezbollah, is a "central banker of terror."
Brussels moots financing Euronews in Arabic In a bid to improve ties with the Muslim world, the European Commission is considering granting up to €5 million a year to news channel Euronews to broadcast in Arabic.
Deadly Dealings: Missiles From China to Hezbollah The Israeli war against Hezbollah (round one) brought with it the realization at the highest levels that dangerous weapons were floating around in dangerous hands.
EU needs constitution with Christian reference, Merkel says German chancellor Angela Merkel has suggested Europe needs a constitution that makes reference to Christianity and God.
Iran's leader calls for TV debate with Bush Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has called on U.S. President George W. Bush to participate in a "direct television debate with us."