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Obama-Netanyahu tensions: Not as bad as 5 other US-Israel low points
Will US-Israel relations fray over Iran? Not likely – they've seen worse.
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Six reasons this UN General Assembly is must-see TV
World leaders descend on New York for the annual United Nations gathering, starting Sept. 25. If the recent past is any guide, it can be a memorable, even explosive, occasion. Here are six moments to watch for, to brace for, this time.
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Blasphemy riots: 6 examples around the world
Many Muslims consider any depiction of the prophet to be forbidden, and Islamic teachings call for handling the Quran with respect. Incidents of both intentional and unintentional disrespect have occasionally prompted protests and violence around the world. Here are six examples:
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Obama vs. Romney 101: 4 differences on Israel
President Obama's positions on Israeli-Palestinian peace have rankled Israel’s conservative coalition government, while Mitt Romney insists he would be a better friend to Israel. Here are some of the issues on which the candidates differ.
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8 dogs profiled in 'Soldier Dogs'
Maria Goodavage explores the world of dogs in combat in her new book Soldier Dogs.
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Amid bloodshed and chaos, Syrian wages a war for neutral reporting
Rami Jarrah, a Syrian anti-regime activist now living in Cairo, is launching Syria's first non-state-run news outlet to provide something he sees as sorely missing: objective reporting.
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For Egypt's satirists, Morsi's power is no jokeBassem Youssef, whose Daily Show-inspired satirical program propelled him to stardom, is the latest target of Egypt's attempts to silence government critics.
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Happy new year, Cairo?Residents speak of a tough year, and worry about a tougher one ahead.
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Obama's pivot to Asia? Middle East will still demand attention in 2013.The popular unrest of the last two years has left the Middle East volatile as 2013 kicks off.
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Terrorism & Security
UN envoy: Without deal in Syria, think Somalia not YugoslaviaThe United Nations' envoy to Syria Lakhdar Brahimi argued against hopes that the country could find stability by devolving into a set of smaller states.
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UN Envoy warns of mass death next year in Syria
The international envoy to Syria emphasized the deteriorating situation in the country, and called for a quick end to the conflict, warning hundreds of thousands could die next year.
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Egypt finishes constitutional vote, but irregularities delay final results
Egypt's opposition alleges fraud tainted the country's constitutional referendum. Results are delayed while Egypt's judiciary investigates.
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Egypt's charter headed for approval, but troubles loom
The close of Saturday's voting makes it likely that the Islamist-back new constitution will be approved.
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Thousands of Islamists clash with opponents in Egypt
At least 42 people were being treated for injuries, with some rushed to the hospital, a city health official said on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to brief reporters.
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Egypt's opposition: If we can't beat constitution, amend it
With the Islamist constitution backed by President Mohamed Morsi looking likely to pass this weekend's referendum, the opposition is looking to push amendments next year.
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Terrorism & Security
Palestinians begin returning to Yarmouk refugee camp in Syria (+video)Palestinians are returning to their refugee camp after fighting sent them fleeing, but the number fleeing Syria or facing internal displacement continues to rise.
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Egypt's public prosecutor resigns amid protests
Egypt's public prosecutor quit under pressure from his opponents in the judiciary, drawing an angry response from the Muslim Brotherhood ahead of a second round vote on a divisive draft-constitution.
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Referendum on constitution reveals a deeply divided Egypt (+video)
The party tied to President Mohamed Morsi says that nearly 57 percent of voters supported the new constitution, while about 43 percent voted against it. A second vote comes later this week.
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Egypt's referendum a vote on Morsi as well as the constitution (+video)
As Egyptians vote today in a referendum on a controversial draft constitution, the debate is dominated by President Mohamed Morsi's actions, not the document.
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Egyptians go to polls on controversial constitution
The proposed charter is largely supported by Islamist parties, while opposition groups accuse it of being a power grab for the Muslim Brotherhood.
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Protesters in Egypt clash over draft constitution on eve of referendum
At least 19 people were reported injured in the violence in Alexandria, which broke out after an ultraconservative cleric urged worshippers to vote 'yes' and described the opposition as 'followers of infidels.'
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'Insulting religion': Blasphemy sentence in Egypt sends a chill
Blasphemy cases are on the rise in Egypt. Passage of the draft constitution, with a clause prohibiting insulting prophets, could result in more decisions like today's sentence.
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Opposition pushes 'no' vote on Egyptian referendum as 'unity' talks postponed (+video)
Egypt's Army postponed 'unity' talks moments after the opposition coalition agreed to meet. The talks had raised hopes of an end to street protests and deadly violence.
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Vote no or boycott? Egypt opposition undecided as referendum looms (+video)
Anger over a draft constitution popular with Islamists has galvanized Egypt's opposition. But secular opponents of President Morsi still haven't decided what to do about Saturday's referendum.
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Terrorism & Security
Will Morsi's security request give Army renewed clout? (+video)President Mohamed Morsi has asked the military, whose power he curtailed earlier this year, to help keep the peace as Egypt's Dec. 15 constitutional referendum nears.
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Egypt's Morsi offers nothing to defuse crisis
In a speech following a night of violent protests, Egyptian President Morsi invited opposition leaders to begin a dialogue on Saturday. However, he did not give any indication that he is prepared to make concessions to his opponents.
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Egypt's anti-Morsi protests spread beyond Cairo
Egypt's angry political divide is evident well outside Cairo, with protests erupting against President Mohamed Morsi in Alexandria, along the Suez Canal, and in the Nile Delta.
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In Egypt, the Muslim Brotherhood's 'trial of power' (+video)In Egypt a few years ago, the Muslim Brotherhood was making promises. The protesters in Cairo say the group isn't keeping them.
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Opinion: Obama and Israel are walking away from two-state solution with Palestinians (+video)
By refusing to support the Palestinian bid at the UN, President Obama has essentially endorsed a No State Solution between Israel and Palestine. Changing course is possible. A good place to start would be threatening to remove US aid to Israel, given its plans for more settlement building.
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Egypt's army moves to clear demonstrators from presidential palace
The military deployed tanks around the palace this morning, and ordered both supporters of President Morsi and protesters to leave the area, in an effort to prevent further violence.
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