Protests sweep the country as Kurram toll rises to 43

Protests sweep the country as Kurram toll rises to 43

• Curfew imposed, mobile services suspended; schools, markets remain shut across Parachinar • Senior official describes situation in region as ‘extremely tense’ • Protesters slam govt inability to protect citizens…
Netanyahu admits he okayed Hezbollah pager attacks

Netanyahu admits he okayed Hezbollah pager attacks

• Hand-held devices detonated in supermarkets, on streets and at funerals • Lebanon authorities said 40 people were killed and nearly 3,000 injured JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said…