Politics

Iraqi Kurds call for security measures

A week-long militant offensive that has overrun swathes of Iraq is cause for concern for Iraqi Kurds. Duration: 01:16

Jun 19, 2014

Cambodia worker exodus from Thailand hits 220,000

The number of Cambodian labourers fleeing Thailand soared to 220,000 on Wednesday, authorities said, a week since Thailand's ruling junta warned that illegal foreign workers faced arrest and deportation. Duration: 00:41

Jun 19, 2014

Turkish court gives two coup leaders life sentences

A Turkish court on Wednesday handed life sentences to two ageing generals behind a 1980 military takeover, the bloodiest in Turkey's coup-ridden history. Duration: 00:30

Jun 19, 2014

Israel tightens West Bank grip in search for kidnapped teens

Israel further tightened its grip on the West Bank Wednesday, arresting another 65 people, as Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas lashed out at those behind the kidnapping of three Israeli teenagers. Duration: 00:54

Jun 19, 2014

More deadly riots flare in Sri Lanka resort region

More deadly violence flared in a Sri Lankan resort region where Buddhist hardliners set shops and homes alight for a second night running in defiance of a curfew, police and residents said. Duration: 00:45

Jun 19, 2014

DRC looks at alternative energy with hydro plant project

Threatened by oil development projects, one of the Africa's oldest nature in the Democratic Republic of Congo is promoting an alternative model of development which respects the environment. Duration: 00:46

Jun 19, 2014

Premier: China will take 'resolute' steps to protect stability

China is a peace loving country but will take "resolute measures" to protect regional stability, Premier Li Keqiang said. Duration: 00:41

Jun 19, 2014

Egypt releases hunger-striking Jazeera journalist

Egypt on Tuesday released Al-Jazeera journalist Abdullah Elshamy, who has been on hunger strike for nearly five months in protest over his detention. Duration: 00:40

Jun 18, 2014

Kurdish forces fight Islamist militants in Iraq

Kurdish forces were fighting Sunni extremists after the Iraqi army left posts in the area. The Kurds joined the fight against the militants after they took control of an entire Iraqi province and parts of another. Duration: 01:20

Jun 18, 2014

European satellite chief says industry faces challenges

Europe's satellite launch industry needs an overhaul as it faces stiff competition from US rival SpaceX and other players, the head of Arianespace tells AFP. Duration: 00:50

Jun 18, 2014

Flags, flowers, fridge magnets for Spain's new king

Plates, key rings and fridge magnets with the smiling faces of Spain's king-to-be Felipe VI and his queen Letizia are filling giftshops ahead of their enthronement on Thursday. Duration: 00:59

Jun 18, 2014

S.Africa's Zuma targets economy in keynote address

Besieged South African President Jacob Zuma made his first public appearance in 10 days Tuesday to deliver a state of the nation address pledging "radical socio-economic transformation". Duration: 01:04

Jun 18, 2014

Spain's Felipe VI, fresh hope for scandal-hit royals

A portrait of Sain's future King Felipe VI, a tall, blue-eyed former Olympic yachtsman who ascends the throne Thursday with heightened popularity despite the scandal that has battered the reputation of his father and elder sister. Duration: 02:04

Jun 18, 2014

Former Foreign Minister speaks on Indians kidnapped in Iraq

New Delhi, June 18 (ANI): Former Foreign Minister Salman Khurshid on Wednesday expressed grief over the kidnapping of 40 Indians in Iraq. Khurshid said that we should support every effort that is being made to ensure the safety of Indian citizens. He also expressed his confidence in the Government of Iraq that they will provide all possible help to ensure the safety of Indians.

Jun 18, 2014

Congress targets BJP over stranded Indian citizens in Iraq

New Delhi, June 18 (ANI): The Congress on Wednesday slammed ruling BJP accusing it for not taking a serious stand on the safe exit of citizens stranded in Iraq. Hitting on the Modi government, Congress leader Raj Babbar said that BJP should come clean on the situation of Indians caught up in the Iraq crisis.

Jun 18, 2014