Ottoman fountains testify to heritage of charity, style Water fountains became functional and artistic ornaments in Istanbul, the Ottoman capital, pioneering architectural trends and incorporating historical information. Turkey
US investigates claims that Syria used chlorine gas again Syria is accused of shelling the opposition-controlled Kabana area in northern Latakia with chlorine gas after failing to advance in the area. Syria
Saudi summits mask Gulf divisions Saudi Arabia's three summits last week made for impressive imagery, but the unity they projected was superficial. Saudi Arabia