A U.N. report issued on Saturday said last year was the deadliest on record for Afghan civilians, with 3,021 killed in the war.

Tens of thousands marched in Moscow on Saturday against the rule of Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, who is seeking re-election.

Iran's supreme leader pledged to aid any nation or group that challenges Israel and warned against military strikes.

Police fired salvos of tear gas and birdshot at protesters in Cairo as popular anger over a deadly soccer riot became violent.

In a barrage of shelling, Syrian forces killed 200 people and wounded hundreds early Saturday in Homs.

Pentagon official denied extension for Guantanamo Bay prisoners charged in Sept. 11 attacks, trial decision could be reached within months.

Russia and China have vetoed a Security Council resolution backing an Arab League plan for Syrian President Bashar Assad to step down.

Top Israeli military and government officials cautioned against a knee-jerk reaction to Iran's escalating nuclear threats.

Hackers have posted the audio of a private call between the FBI and Scotland Yard in which cybercrime is discussed.

'Anonymous' released a recording of what appears to be a conference call devoted to tracking and prosecuting members of the group.