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Funeral one of seventeen Palestinians killed by Israeli army in Gaza

Palestinians carry the body of Hamas militant Tayseer Abu Sunaina during his funeral in Rafah, southern of Gaza, as the Israeli army pounded the Gaza...

by Nayef Hashlamoun - ALWATAN Center in Palestinian Territory on 09/04/2011

Politics

An Israeli strike overnight in Gaza City

Palestinians inspect a destroyed Hamas compound after an Israeli strike overnight in Gaza City, Palestine. 22/03/2011

by Mohammed Othman in Palestinian Territory on 22/03/2011

Society

International Pesto Championship, Argentina

The International Day of Italian Kitchens was celebrated today. The official dish of this 4th edition is Pesto Genovese and celebrity chef Donato De...

by Walter Pagliardini in Argentina on 17/01/2011

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Frontier Corps KPK seize weapons cache in Peshawar
Frontier Corps KPK display a huge cache of weapons and ammunition recovered in an operation conducted in the Malik Din Khel area of Tehsil Bara. Peshawar, Pakistan. 1st January 2012
Operation security forces kill innocent children in Khyber Agency
Members of the Frontier corps have allegedly killed four children in the area of Shalober Khyber agency according to a cousin of the children, Siraj Khan, who staged a protest in front ...
Yemen's new government does not faze pro-democracy supporters - Sana'a
After 10 months in pursuit of a successful revolution, the announcement of a newly-formed National Unity Government for Yemen had little to no impact on pro-democracy protesters camped ...
Views of the aftermath of the Tottenham Riots
Aftermath of the riots in Tottenham. Residents are dazed and incredulous as they view their broken neighbourhood, The authorities are tired after back to back shifts in very trying cir...
No casualties in roadside bombing in Kabacan
A bomb exploded in a student area of Kabacan, North Cotabato, and another bomb was defused the following day. Nobody has taken responsibility for the action. Philippines, 9th November 2...
Thousands rally for Social Justice - Tel Aviv
An estimated 20,000 people joined a rally in the capital in renewed demands for social justice after similar rallies were cancelled in the south of the country following a rocket and mo...
Silent Vigil For Yemen At Downing Street - London
Protesters from the Yemeni community held a silent protest opposite Downing St against the killings of peaceful protesters in Sanaa by troops loyal to President Ali Abdullah Saleh. Lon...
Bollywood film 'My Brother's Bride' holds its London Premiere
The BFI at the Southbank was abuzz with activity as Bollywood stars Katrina Kaif, Imran Khan and Ali Zafar, along with director Ali Abbas Zafar, were present to talk about their latest ...
School term opens despite renewed terror Threats - Jerusalem
Almost two-million children returned to school despite a new wave of Palestinian terror threats that could interrupt the calm. Police deployed near schools nationwide but scarce manpowe...
Bazaa on Japan Association SARMIENTO
In the Bazaar of Joseph C. Peace, a classic celebration of the local Japanese community took place. The meeting was to raise funds for earthquake victims in Japan. Argentina. 8th August...
 Damage at Hamas training camp following an Israeli airstrike in Gaza
Hamas security men inspect the damage at a Hamas training camp following an Israeli air-strike in Gaza City. Earlier this week terrorists attacked southern Israel. Palestinian Territory...
New Zealand Pensioner Caught Up in Thailand Cambodia Conflict
The story of a 69 year old man from New Zealand who lives deep in the Thai countryside where the most intense fighting has been taking place in the ongoing border conflict.
Iron Dome anti-missile equipment packed-up for Maintenance - Israel
Israeli soldiers pack-up Iron Dome anti missile equipment for maintenance before the visit of the Prime Minister of Israel, near the city of Ashkelon.
Funeral one of seventeen Palestinians killed by Israeli army in Gaza
Palestinians carry the body of Hamas militant Tayseer Abu Sunaina during his funeral in Rafah, southern of Gaza, as the Israeli army pounded the Gaza Strip, killing at least 12 people. ...
Gaza militants launch projectile at Israeli bus - Sderot
Gaza militants launched a missile at an Israeli bus wounding two people near the southern city of Sderot. Israel retaliated by shelling two spots in Gaza, which included a Hamas trainin...
An Israeli strike overnight in Gaza City
Palestinians inspect a destroyed Hamas compound after an Israeli strike overnight in Gaza City, Palestine. 22/03/2011
International Pesto Championship, Argentina
The International Day of Italian Kitchens was celebrated today. The official dish of this 4th edition is Pesto Genovese and celebrity chef Donato De Santis from Buenos Aires led the fes...
Palestinian men March in support of Hamas
Palestinian men march in support of Hamas and also to protest the killing of Omar Kawasmeh by Israeli troops on Friday, during a predawn raid in the West Bank city of Hebron, Gaza City,...
Second anniversary of Israel-Gaza War
Images from Gaza on the 2nd anniversary of the Israel-Gaza war. Israel's volatile front with Gaza has been relatively quiet since the overwhelming military offensive against Palest...
Palestinians in protest near Israeli security Fence
Palestinians in a protest near the security fence which separates the Gaza Strip and Israel during a demonstration marking the 2nd anniversary of the Israel-Gaza war. Gaza, Palestinian...