Israel

Arab-Jewish Coexistence in St George's Birthplace

Lod is economically depressed, but that has not led to ethnic strife in this unusually mixed Israeli town.

13 Jan 12

14 Oct 11

Even as they stage pro-Palestinian event, Iranian leaders seem to have lost sense of direction on what to do next.

7 Oct 11

Egyptian living in Jerusalem offers an intriguing take on Israeli society and the Palestinians.

26 Sep 11

The Palestinians are taking their demand for recognition as an independent state to the United Nations this week.

21 Sep 11

Many Egyptians are calling for a revision of the Camp David agreement - but Israel is in no mood for dialogue.

19 Sep 11

There are fears violence will distract from aims of revolution and be used by government as excuse for crackdown.

13 Sep 11

Amid growing tensions with Egypt, leaders and peace activists at odds over implications of uprisings for country’s security.

8 Sep 11

Tripoli residents celebrate with “Zenga Zenga” song from viral web clip.

23 Aug 11

Growing wave of opposition to high living costs begins to draw support from Arab citizens.

12 Aug 11

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