McChrystal’s request for additional “resource recommendations ” are met with skepticism by the Obama administration:
- General: Afghan Situation ‘Serious’ (Washington Post)
Palestinian fisherman claim they were fired on before they were even close to the edge of the blockade:
- Israeli Navy Hits Gaza Fishing Boat (Al Jazeera)
Will Mohammed Dahlan’s return to prominence hinder efforts to restore Palestinian unity?
- Once-Legendary Fatah Figure Makes a Comeback (LA Times)
Avoiding a major political schism in January’s elections:
- Late Iraqi Shi’ite’s Son Succeeds Him as Party Leader (Reuters / Washington Post)
As Ahmadinejad prepares to represent Iranian interests and address the world…
- Ahmadinejad Plans U.N. Visit (Washington Post)
… The prospects for successful negotiations over nuclear policy seems very unlikely:
- Ahmadinejad’s New Cabinet: More Conservative Than Ever (Christian Science Monitor)
Migrant works in Dubai have been described as virtual slaves, unable to leave Dubai or improve their quality of life:
- Striking Migrants Jam Dubai Highway (Al Jazeera)
