U.S., Britain derail U.N. cease-fire statement The United Nations Security Council failed to agree on a statement calling for an immediate cease-fire in the Gaza Strip. By Marcy Oster January 4, 2009 10:49 pm
Berlin arrests 8 in Israel protest Police made eight arrests during a demonstration by thousands against Israel in Berlin. January 4, 2009 9:14 pm
Pope renews call for Mideast peace Pope Benedict XVI renewed calls for peace in the Middle East. January 4, 2009 8:31 pm
