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How the world is reacting to Obama's reelection
From China to Iran, President Obama's reelection elicited everything from celebration to doubt about his second-term agenda. Here are 11 responses:
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France rejects Rwanda's genocide accusations
Rwandan investigators issued a report Wednesday that implicates French soldiers – and top French officials – in the 1994 genocide.
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Political strife deepens in Turkey
Two cases have the nation on edge. While the government goes after an ultranationalist gang, prosecutors want to ban the ruling party on charges of Islamist subversion.
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Syria sees warming ties in Middle East
Its improved standing poses challenge to US policy of isolation.
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Europe tries threats to open Burma (Myanmar) to aid
Leaders hope their charges of a crime against humanity will push the junta to expand relief efforts.
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Turkish case revives secular vs. Islam debate
Court will hear arguments on whether to shutter Turkey's Islamic-rooted ruling party.
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Mideast rift upstages Arab League summit
This weekend's Arab League gathering of Middle East and North African countries in Syria is expected to be a display in regional divisions.
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China speaks out on Darfur crisis
Keen not to taint Olympics, and under pressure from West, Beijing sends envoy to Khartoum with strong words.
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How one man in China strengthens the rule of law
Hao Jinsong, a Beijing lawyer, defies authorities with small lawsuits.
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Israel sees upside in hole in Gaza wall
Israeli officials see opportunity to turn Gaza over to Egypt to provide services.
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Can Europe cut carbon without cutting growth?
Radical goals for 2020 boost renewable energy and cut emissions sharply.
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