Egypt and Iran are considering restoring diplomatic relations and are expected to engage in negotiations in the next few days.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates –  Dubai-based private equity firm Abraaj Capital announced Sunday that it has acquired the Egyptian Fertilizers Company (EFC) in a deal valued at $1.41 billion.

KABUL, Afghanistan – Defense Secretary Robert Gates said Monday that Iranian weapons are falling into the hands of anti-government Taliban fighters but he stopped short of blaming Tehran.