Israel warns citizens to return from Sinai ATFP World Press Roundup Article from The Associated Press August 2, 2012 - 12:00am Israel is urging its citizens traveling in Egypt's Sinai peninsula to return immediately amid warnings of an attack. The travel warning was based on information alleging militant groups from the Gaza Strip are operating in the area and plan to attack or kidnap Israeli tourists. Thursday's travel warning was issued by the Israeli Prime Minister's Office. » Read more

Mortars kill at least 20 in Damascus refugee camp ATFP World Press Roundup Article from The Associated Press by Paul Schemm - August 3, 2012 - 12:00am Mortars rained down on a crowded marketplace in a Palestinian refugee camp in the Syrian capital, killing at least 20 people as regime forces and rebels fought nearby, activists said. The attack on Yarmouk camp may well have been connected to a two-day long skirmish in the nearby Tadamon neighborhood, which has been repeatedly shelled by government troops. On Friday smoke could be seen pouring from the neighborhood. » Read more