Jordanian demonstrators demand resignation of the government, Algerian elections maintain status quo as Green Alliance claims widespread fraud, Egypt holds its first ever televised presidential debate, and more.

Thousands of Mauritanians declare readiness to kick out President Aziz, devastating bombings hit the Syrian capital as the blame game continues, Algeria holds parliamentary elections amid voter apathy, and more.

South Sudan accuses Khartoum of cross-border shelling, Yemenis renew demand for restructuring army before dialogue, US officials confirm al-Qaeda underwear bomber was CIA informant, and more.