Iran election. Tens of thousands of Iranian opposition activists have taken to the streets of Iran for a third day protesting against the disputed presidential election, defying a ban by the Interior Ministry.
Health care. The White House is caught in a battle within its own party over how to finance a comprehensive overhaul of America's health-care system , as key Democrats advocate a tax plan that could require President Obama to break his campaign pledge not to raise taxes on the middle class.
Netanyahu & Palestinian state. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu yesterday said he would agree to the establishment of a Palestinian state, on condition that it be demilitarized and that its leaders recognize Israel as a Jewish nation-state.
Quote of the day. "Today, I have submitted my official formal request to the council to cancel the election result. I urge you, Iranian nation, to continue your nationwide protests in a peaceful and legal way." Mir Hossein Mousavi, a defeated candidate in Iran's presidential election, on the disputed election results. (Al Jazeera)
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