Iran condemns EU's blacklisting of Hezbollah
Iran condemned on Tuesday the European Union's decision to put the armed wing of Lebanese militant group Hezbollah on its terrorism blacklist and said the move was "contrary to all political and legal norms, surprising and unacceptable".
China must deepen reforms to meet economic challenges
China must deepen reforms to address a slew of challenges confronting it, President Xi Jinping said in comments published on Tuesday that emphasize the government's determination to restructure the slowing economy.
EU ministers agree to blacklist Hezbollah's armed wing
EU foreign ministers have agreed to list the military wing of Lebanese militant group Hezbollah as a terrorist organisation.
Russia Discussing Loan To Damascus
The Syrian deputy prime minister says Russia and Syria are discussing the possibility of Moscow giving a loan to Damascus.
EU calls for Mursi's release, democratic elections in Egypt
The European Union called on Monday for the release of ousted Egyptian president Mohamed Mursi and demanded democratic elections as soon as possible.
Japan urges Britain to keep 'major role' in EU
Japan has added its voice to international calls for Britain to maintain a leading role in the European Union, saying that membership is a key advantage for companies looking to access Europe's single market.
By relying on Iran, Syria's Assad risks irrelevance
Military support from Iran and its Shi'ite ally Hezbollah has given Syrian President Bashar al-Assad new impetus in his fight against the insurgents intent on ousting him, but at a price.
Japan PM wins big in upper house vote, priorities in focus
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's ruling bloc won a decisive election victory on Sunday, cementing his grip on power but raising the possibility he could lose interest in difficult economic reform and shift focus to his nationalist agenda instead.
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