Bahraini pro-democracy activists prepare for uprising anniversary, Amnesty International calls for trial of Indian troops in Kashmir, Hamas divided over Abbas-led unity government, and more.

Bombardment of besieged Syrian city of Homs intensifies, Egypt's prime minister dismisses US aid cutoff threats, al-Shabab claims responsibility for Mogadishu suicide bombing, and more.

Protestors reject Yemen's new government, viewing it as "partnership with killers," Iran displays downed US drone, Israeli air strike kills two Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, and more.

Iran slams nuclear agency report as "fabrication," Bahraini opposition party decries the Arab League's double standards, mock trial in Tunisia sentences Ben Ali to death, and more.

Massive crowds across Yemen reject Saleh's call for elections, a mass grave is uncovered in Tripoli as Libyan revolutionaries push into Sirte, and Bahraini protestors hold 'Second Dignity Blockade.'

Bahrain's February 14 Movement to return to Martyrs' Square, three Gulf nations recall their ambassadors from Damascus, fear of prosecution prevents President Saleh from returning to Yemen, and more.

(LinkAsia: June 17, 2011) Beijing Contributor Charlie Custer reports on Chinese consumers concerned that their food is not safe to eat. Contributor: Charlie Custer