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Global markets drop with no clear winner in Italian elections
Some election results in Italy are inconclusive, as of Tuesday. And world economic markets are reacting to the news in a negative manner.
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Terrorism & Security Assad speech dismissed by opposition and allies
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad made a rare public speech yesterday that, outside the regime, is seen as offering nothing more than many more months of violence.
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As Gaza offensive intensifies, Israel enjoys unusual international support
European governments as well as the US are standing shoulder-to-shoulder with Israel over the conflict with Hamas in the Gaza Strip – drawing the ire of the Muslim world.
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Energy Voices EU expands sanctions on Iran
The EU has approved improvements to sanctions on Iran that will prohibit all transactions between EU and Iranian banks, according to OilPrice.com.
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Terrorism & Security German foreign minister heads to Ankara to tamp down Turkey-Syria tensions
The details of the Turkish grounding of a Syrian passenger plane earlier this week remain murky, but that hasn't stopped Turkey and Syria from trading accusations.
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Is Turkey at war with Syria?
After Syrian shells killed five civilians in a Turkish border town, Turkey's parliament authorized military operations against Syria. But Turkey's deputy prime minister says that this is not a declaration of war.
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Gay Germans tap Oktoberfest to make push for marriage rights
Oktoberfest celebrations like 'Gay Sunday' this past weekend are helping gays and lesbians boost their visibility at a time when Germany is debating gay marriage.
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International monitors say Belarus election neither free nor fair (+video)
The European Union and the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe have dismissed parliamentary elections in Belarus as a sham, further isolating the landlocked state from the West.
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In Europe's sketchiest election, Belarus votes in entirely pro-government parliament (+video)
Not a single member of an opposition party won seat in Belarus's parliamentary elections, which have been widely condemned by international observers.
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As leaders gather at UN, 'a time of turmoil and transition' (+video)
More than 120 prime ministers and heads of state gathered for the United Nations General Assembly, as violent uprisings continue to break out across the Middle East and Asia.
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France steps up embassy security following Muhammed cartoons (+video)
A Parisian weekly has published caricatures of the Prophet Mohammed, prompting French to take extra security measures at some of its embassies.
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Terrorism & Security Netanyahu criticizes US refusal to draw a 'red line' on Iran
Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu expressed worry that Iran is closing in on the bomb, but he may also be looking for a way to 'back down gracefully' from threats to attack Iran.
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Syrian downing of Turkish plane: a hostile act? (+video)
Syria brought down a Turkish plane with two pilots aboard. Questions remain about the incident and the Turkish response. Leaders say, "Turkey cannot endure it in silence."
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With elections behind them, Greece goes to bat with Germany
Greece's emerging government is expected to ask for more time to implement austerity measures. Germany is saying no. One side will have to back down.
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Greece election gives Europe scant breathing room
While Greece is unlikely to withdraw from the Euro zone, Europe still needs to get its financial house in order quickly.
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Military intervention in Syria? Germany pushes back hard on French warning.
French President Hollande suggested yesterday that military intervention might be required in Syria. Why that idea resonated particularly negatively in Germany.
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After Houla massacre, Syrian diplomats expelled around the world
France, Britain, Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Australia are expelling Syrian diplomatic envoys. The response to the Houla civilian massacre is increasing Syria's isolation.
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Caretaker government for Greece until June elections
Panagiotis Pikramenos, a senior judge, will lead an interim government of 16 until elections are held.
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New elections for Greece as talks collapse
The parties who won seats in the May 6 election could not form a coalition government, triggering new elections.
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Leftist Greek leader ready to walk away from EU bailout deal
Alexis Tsipras has the presidential mandate to end the Greek political impasse by forming a governing coalition by Thursday.
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Terrorism & Security Iran nuclear talks: delaying tactic or platform for peace?
A return to the negotiation table could relieve some of the tension that has built up over threats of an Israeli military strike on Iran nuclear targets.
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Syria vote called a 'farce' by West
Syria heads to the polls today to vote on a new constitution, a move by embattled President Bashar al-Assad to defuse an uprising.
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Opinion: Eurozone crisis: A Polish answer to the 'German question'
Days ahead of a key summit to solve the European debt crisis, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski bluntly spelled out six reasons why Germany – more than any other country – owes its fellow European Union members solidarity in holding the eurozone together.
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Eurozone crisis: A Polish answer to the 'German question'
Days ahead of a key summit to solve the European debt crisis, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski bluntly spelled out six reasons why Germany – more than any other country – owes its fellow European Union members solidarity in holding the eurozone together.
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West will continue to support to Afghanistan
The international community has 'much to lose if the country again becomes a source of terrorism and instability,' said Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
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