Released Jordanian political prisoners recount torture by security forces, Afghanistan's Karzai slams NATO over Taliban attack, Sudan rules out talks until South Sudan withdraws from Heglig, and more.

Pakistan demands immediate end to US drone strikes, thousands of Egyptians rally against Mubarak-era candidates, opposition tests Syria's ceasefire with peaceful protests, and more.

Renewed clashes over oil-rich region spark war fears between the two Sudans, Saudi security forces beat female students protesting "outdated" education system, Syria vows to implement ceasefire plan, and more.