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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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'Islamic MTV' takes on brash world of Arab pop videos
Cairo's 4Shbab TV offers a music video alternative – with content that its founder says isn't 'haram,' forbidden in Islam.
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Opinion: Obama starts well with Muslims but must do more
He has to follow up with real engagement.
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Bin Laden blasts 'moderate' Arab states over Gaza war
In an audio recording played Saturday by Al Jazeera, the Al Qaeda chief accused Arab states of collaborating "with the Crusader-Zionist alliance" against Muslims.
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Why Syria and Saudi Arabia are talking again
It's about Iran, Iraq, and Israel. The two foes planned to meet in Riyadh Wednesday to solidify Arab unity amid regional volatility.
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Why Hamas is even more popular after the Gaza war
Reconciliation talks between the Palestinian Islamist group and its rival, Fatah, began this week in Cairo.
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Resignation tests hope for Palestinian unity government
But Prime Minister Salam Fayyad's surprise move, some say, could pressure Palestinian rivals Fatah and Hamas to reach an agreement in Cairo.
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At Gaza donor conference, Clinton vows to pursue Middle East peace
The US pledged $900 million, but said the money would not go to Hamas.
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Israeli limits stymie Gaza rebuilding
Without a shift in the Israeli policy that doesn’t allow building materials into Gaza, much of the $2.8 billion that Palestinians hope to raise at a donors’ conference Monday will be limited to humanitarians needs.
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Why 88 Arab homes received eviction notices
Israel has plans to demolish Palestinian homes in East Jerusalem to make way for a tourist site. Activists say it's a demographic play that amounts to ethnic cleansing.
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Mitchell lands in Israel, rival Palestinian factions talk in Cairo
The US envoy arrives at a time when Israelis and Palestinians seem most absorbed with fixing their own houses before dealing with their neighbors.
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Sudan’s Bashir tries to stall Darfur genocide ruling
The International Criminal Court said Monday that it will decide on March 4 whether to issue an arrest warrant for President Omar al-Bashir for charges of crimes against humanity and genocide.
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World
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After Cairo blast, details emerge but motive stirs debate
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Opinion: Contours of a Hamas-Fatah concord
Before they can make peace with Isarel, Palestinians must be united.
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Conflicting reports follow deadly Cairo bombing
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Hero or villain? Iraq's shoe thrower faces judgment
Iraqis are split over whether Muntadhar al-Zeidi, whose trial began Thursday in Baghdad, should be condemned for rudeness or hailed for bravery.
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Key prisoners at center of Israeli-Hamas negotiations
Among the scores of Palestinian prisoners who Hamas wants freed in exchange for Israeli Sgt. Gilad Shalit is Marwan Barghouti, the most popular man in Fatah.
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Did Egypt free Ayman Nour as a gesture to Obama?
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Hamas says truce with Israel is near
Officials of the Palestinian group also indicate a prisoner swap, including Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit, is in the works.
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New drive for Israel, Hamas cease-fire deal
With no official agreement, Israel's Kadima Party could falter in Tuesday's vote.
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New drive for Israel, Hamas cease-fire deal
With no official agreement, Israel's Kadima Party could falter in Tuesday's vote.
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Israel launches airstrikes in Gaza Monday
Israel said it was responding to rocket attacks Sunday.
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Getting into Gaza: A lesson in patience
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Egypt, Hamas welcome US Middle East envoy
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In pummeled Gaza, Hamas recoups
Israeli and Palestinian officials met in Cairo Sunday in a bid to bolster the current cease-fire.
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