Two-day election to be watched over by 160,000 soldiers and 200,000 policemen. Police warned public against distributing flyers promoting a 'no' vote. New constitution to protect rights of minority but solidify military's grasp on power

Tehran promotes baby boom to help make up for graying population. Experts: Difficult to encourage Iranians to have more children in mismanaged economy hit by sanctions, 36% inflation.

As Kerry meets with Palestinian President Abbas, chief Palestinian negotiator slams Netanyahu's remarks, suggesting Israel will always find a way to accuse Abbas of terrorism so it wouldn't have to accept Palestinians' demand for a state. Kerry scheduled to meet with Abbas again Saturday

As Ariel Sharon's condition deteriorates, US Secretary of State Kerry arrived for an addition push in peace talks with Palestinians. How will the man who built the post-1967 settlements but also withdrew from Gaza Strip be remembered, and what can his legacy serve the present?

In contradiction to Czech police claims, daughter of Palestinian ambassador killed in explosion Wednesday speaks out, says father's death 'was not an accident'

Group of men in their twenties assault transgender prostitute with pepper spray, tell police it was a harmless prank

After Saturday meeting with Abbas, US Secretary of State John Kerry says Israel and the Palestinians have made progress towards a framework peace agreement, but are not there just yet.

Robert Gates writes in memoir that he 'was offended by his glibness and his criticism of US policy - not to mention his arrogance and outlandish ambition'