Jordanian Information Minister: The View from Amman

Amman, Asharq Al-Awsat—It is a time of growing turbulence and demands for change in Jordan. The monarchy has responded with reforms to the country's political system, and has promised that there is more to come. Among the changes already introduced is the process of selecting the prime minister. The current prime minister, Abdullah Ensour, is first Jordanian prime minister to be chosen by elected lawmakers and not appointed by the king. He he has taken premiership of a country facing economic ...

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Libyan Gunmen Continue Tripoli Ministries Siege

Cairo, Asharq Al-Awsat—The security situation in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, continues to deteriorate in the wake of an attack on the Ministry of Justice yesterday. Militiamen in pick-up trucks mounted with anti-aircraft guns continue to surround the foreign and justice ministry buildings, along with parliament, threatening a “second revolution.” Government sources, speaking to Asharq Al-Awsat on the condition of anonymity, revealed that armed militias that had fought against the...

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