Portal:Current events/2007 January 28

January 28, 2007 (Sunday)

State-owned Egyptian newspaper Al Ahram publishes an article stating that the Government of Iran ordered the assassination of Ihab al-Sherif, Egypt's ambassador to Iraq, in July 2005 in an effort to limit Egypt's influence in the region. (The New York Times)
Battle of Najaf (2007): U.S. and Iraqi troops kill about 250 militants in fighting around Najaf, Iraq. (BBC)
Shia insurgency in Yemen: Six soldiers have been killed and 20 injured in attacks by Shia militants in the north of Yemen, officials say. (BBC)
YouTube's founder says people who upload their own videos to the site will get a share of the ad revenue. (BBC)
Roger Federer defeats Fernando Gonzalez 7-6 6-4 6-4 at the Australian Open, claiming his 10th Grand Slam victory. (The Age) (Reuters)
Celebrity Big Brother 2007 concluded on this day after all the racist bullying allegations resulting in Shilpa Shetty winning the show
The Undertaker wins the Royal Rumble match earning a title shot at WrestleMania 23

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