Despite Assad's government reforms, protest spreads as tens of thousands march in Damascus, declaring 'we want freedom.' Security forces respond with tear gas, batons. 'Street demands are much more than what president is offering,' says demonstrator

Libyan rebels claim pro-government forces using fragmentation bombs against civilians in western town of Misarta. Gaddafi's spokesman: We challenge them to prove it; Clinton: 'Worrying information'

Netherlands' national archive says data will reveal to some Dutch Jews the names of those who arrested their relatives, other facts about their final days

In greeting ahead of Passover holiday, American president says 'we continue to pray for peace between Israel and her neighbors, while reaffirming our enduring commitment to Israel's security'

Palestinian Authority's president blames Islamic Republic for hindering efforts to resolve longtime rift between Fatah, Hamas

Despite ruling Gaza Strip with iron fist, Hamas faces growing opposition from extremist Islamic factions that consider its regime 'too liberal.' Latest example is kidnapping, murder of pro-Palestinian Italian activist

Cairo court orders liquidation of assets of National Democracy Party, which dominated Egypt since 1978

Senior Iranian military official says experts determined US, Israel behind mysterious computer worm hindering Iran's nuclear program