November 11th, 2011
It’s easy, fast and free to stay up-to-date with the dramatic developments unfolding for the peoples of the Arab World. Visit NCCAR’s Daily Media Scan daily for updates by 11 am. Quickly scan the headlines, read only articles of interest and catch up on older …Continue reading
February 4th, 2011
Canada ‘disappointed’ in Syria resolution’s demise, Baird says - Globe and Mail
Mr. Baird says the “paralysis of power” is especially deplorable as it comes amid escalating violence in Syria, which Canada condemns.
February 4th, 2011
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Will Israel attack Iran?
Aljazeera.com
Leon Panetta, the US defense secretary, has warned that Israel could attack Iran, possibly as early as April. His comments to a US newspaper come as western fears grow over Iran’s continuing nuclear programme. Iran maintains its nuclear programme is …Continue reading
February 4th, 2011
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Palestinians call for PM’s fall over taxes
The Associated Press
HEBRON, West Bank (AP) — Hundreds of Palestinian protesters have called for their prime minister’s resignation over recent tax and price increases. Saturday’s protest marked the first time a sizable crowd demanded that Salam Fayyad …Continue reading
February 4th, 2011
Double veto of draft Security Council Resolution on Syria a betrayal of protesters – Amnesty International
Amnesty International - 4 hours ago
The UN Security Council has remained virtually silent on the violent repression in Syria since March 2011. This is a completely irresponsible use of the …
February 4th, 2011
UN: Russia, China Vetoes Betray Syrian People
Human Rights Watch - 2 hours ago
Vetoes by Russia and China of the UN Security Council resolution on Syria are a betrayal of the Syrian people, Human Rights Watch said today.
February 4th, 2011
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Troisième jour de heurts entre police et manifestants au Caire
Cyberpresse
Photo: Khalil Hamra, Associated Press Des affrontements ont opposé samedi pour le troisième jour consécutif la police à des manifestants en Égypte, où la population réclame le départ du pouvoir militaire accusé d’inaction face aux violences qui …Continue reading
February 4th, 2011
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Syria’s embassies in Europe, Middle East attacked
CTV.ca
Anas el-Khalidi, a member of the revolutionary National Council in Libya, said the opposition plans to begin operating out of the embassy building, which has been vacant since the staff fled during the civil war that led to the ouster …Continue reading
February 4th, 2011
The Guardian
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An attack on Iran must be stopped
The Guardian
Libya, far from being the war that went well, was bombed to “protect civilians” with the result that 30000 died and thousands more remain in prison reportedly being tortured …Continue reading
February 4th, 2011
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UK condemns Syria resolution veto
The Independent
The draft resolution, tabled by Morocco, did not impose sanctions or authorise military action and contained nothing that warranted opposition, he said. Rocks and bottles were thrown at the London embassy, shattering windows, as police in riot gear …Continue reading
It’s easy, fast and free to stay up-to-date with the dramatic developments unfolding for the peoples of the Arab World. Visit NCCAR’s Daily Media Scan daily for updates by 11 am. Quickly scan the headlines, read only articles of interest and catch up on older …Continue reading
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