A UN human rights investigator on Thursday called Israel's seizure of a ship carrying relief aid for the Gaza Strip "unlawful" and said its blockade of the territory constituted a "continuing crime against humanity". Israeli authorities on...
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LONDON, Nov. 23 (UPI) -- Global oil demand has at last turned a corner and is on the rise again after falling for six consecutive quarters, the London-based Center for Global Energy Studies reported Monday.
Nov. 23 (UPI) -- NATO forces launched a mission in partnership with coalition forces to expand training for the fledgling Afghan national security force. NATO in a weekend ceremony raised its flag over Camp Eggers in Kabul,...
WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 (UPI) -- Washington needs to take a firm position on its stance regarding landmines and sign international protocols banning their use, Human Rights Watch said. U.S. officials are expected to attend a summit...
BRITAIN, England, Nov. 23 (UPI) -- Britain's opposition wants to withdraw troops stationed in Germany so they can take on other NATO responsibilities. Liam Fox, the opposition defense spokesman, said Britain's 25,000-strong...