Israel in deal for ‘Shalit video’

Twenty Palestinian women to be set free in exchange for proof of captured soldier's life.

UK court quashes Barak arrest bid

Judge rules Israeli defence minister is immune from prosecution while in Britain.

Iran: Nuclear talks an opportunity

Tehran will enter talks with six world powers with "good will", negotiator says.

US ‘to speed up Iraq withdrawal’

US commander Odierno says 4,000 troops will be sent home by the end October.

Iran insists on ‘nuclear rights’

Tehran will not discuss its nuclear programme at Geneva talks, atomic agency chief says.

UN investigator defends Gaza report

UN body urged to adopt report that accuses Israel and Palestinian groups of war crimes.

Palestinians seek Barak’s arrest

British court to hear plea for Israeli defence minister to be held on war crimes charges.

Iran missile tests draw criticism

Western nations and Russia voice concern after Tehran fires two missiles with 2,000km range.

Hamas chief praises unity proposal

Khaled Meshaal says Egyptian proposal on reconciliation with Fatah is positive step.

Police targeted in Iraq attacks

At least 18 people killed wave of suicide bombings across Iraq.