Changed my mind – Libyan defense minister rescinds resignation

PM persuaded Baragthi to change his mind Libya’s prime minister has convinced the defense minister not to resign, just hours after Mohammed al-Baragthi said he was quitting in protest against the siege of two government ministries by armed groups, the premier’s spokeswoman said. “The prime minister asked the defence minister to change his mind and […]

A hardline stance towards peace?

Salaam Fayyad Resigns: Prime Minister Of Palestine Steps Down RAMALLAH, West Bank — Palestinian Prime Minister Salaam Fayyad resigned on Saturday, leaving the Palestinians without one of their most moderate and well-respected voices just as the U.S. is launching a new push for Mideast peace. A statement from the official Palestinian news agency Wafa said […]