Apr 15 Watch Split Sentiments: American Jewish Reaction Spencer Michels reports from San Francisco on split American Jewish reaction to the events in the Middle East. Continue watching
Apr 15 Watch Diplomatic Mission: Colin Powell’s Trip Terence Smith reports on Secretary of State Colin Powell's diplomatic mission in the Middle East. Then, Smith talks with Todd Purdum, chief diplomatic correspondent for The New York Times, who has been traveling with Secretary Powell. Continue watching
Apr 15 Watch Diplomatic Challenge Two experts examine regional reaction to Secretary Powell's Mideast mission now that he has met with both Israeli Prime Minister Sharon and Palestinian leader Arafat -- and announced he'll meet with both leaders again. Continue watching
Apr 14 Powell Meets With Arafat, Sharon Secretary of State Colin Powell conducted meetings with Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat and Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon Sunday, discussing ways to end the recent violence that has plagued the region as well as a possible peace conference. Continue reading
Apr 12 Jerusalem Bombing Kills Six; Powell Postpones Arafat Meeting A planned meeting between U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell and Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat has been delayed at least a day following a deadly militant bombing in Jerusalem Friday. Continue reading
Apr 12 Venezuela President Ousted, Businessman to Lead Interim Government Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez resigned from office under military pressure Friday, after at least 14 people were killed and 250 were wounded during a massive protest against recent government moves. Continue reading
Apr 12 Watch Update: On the Ground in the Middle East Two reports on the current crisis in the Middle East by Tim Ewart of Independent Television News. Then, Terence Smith talks with Todd Purdum, chief diplomatic correspondent for The New York Times, who has been traveling with Secretary of State… Continue watching
Apr 12 Watch Upheaval in Venezuela The military ousts Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez following labor strikes and a deadly protest. Continue watching
Apr 11 U.N. Creates International Criminal Court The first permanent international criminal court (ICC) to try people suspected of committing crimes against humanity is now a reality, despite opposition from the United States, Russia and China. Continue reading
Apr 11 Israel Pulls Back From Some Areas, Conducts New Raids on Others As Secretary of State Colin Powell is set to arrive in Jerusalem, Israel pulled out of two dozen West Bank towns and villages, including Yatta, Qabatya and Samua, but launched new incursions in other Palestinian areas. Continue reading