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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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Iraq: No haven for ancient world's landmarks
At Nimrud, decay is accelerating for 3,000 years of history.
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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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China defends its human rights record
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After the war, Gazans seek answers on white phosphorus
Gaza doctors add to the growing number of accounts that suggest Israel used white phosphorus munitions against international norms of war.
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Cats among the ruins
Felines find a sanctuary set in the heart of ancient Roman temples.
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Mitchell gets earful from Mideast
The din of Gaza followed Obama's Middle East envoy, George Mitchell, as he conducted a listening tour. Arab leaders wonder why their peace plan remains untouched.
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Hamas leader credits Iran in Gaza victory
Hamas political chief Khaled Meshal was warmly received today in Iran, which has expanded its regional influence in recent years.
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Gaza tunnels buzz again despite strikes
Israel targeted tunnels again Wednesday with airstrikes.
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Crux of Gaza cease-fire: border crossings
Israel temporarily closed its crossings into Gaza Tuesday after a soldier was killed by a roadside bomb. After the attack, Israeli forces killed one Palestinian and wounded a senior militant.
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Egypt slams Iran's Hamas, Hezbollah connection
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Israeli warplanes hit Hamas tunnels
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Opinion: Obama's Middle East peace lesson
Jordan's King Hussein worked for peace for decades. His insight is key.
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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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Obama will meet with CEOs to sell economic recovery plan
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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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In Gaza, a family wonders how to rebuild
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After Israeli withdrawal, Hamas asserts victory in Gaza
Officials have pledged to rebuild the coastal enclave.
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With Obama, what change for Mideast?
On Thursday he named George Mitchell as a special envoy, and he has already signaled that the US will reengage the region.
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Will all Palestinian factions honor Hamas's cease-fire?
Hamas may not be able to prevent other factions from attacking Israel, analysts say.
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