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Israel prepared to widen Gaza offensive: Netanyahu
Israeli prime minister says soldiers are ready for any activity that could take place.
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Myanmar forces accused of attacks on Muslims
Local forces killed ethnic minority Kaman Muslims while government troops 'stood by and watched', says HRW.
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Roadside bombs kill five in North Waziristan: Officials
One of the improvised explosive devices was planted along the route of an army convoy in the Mir Ali.
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White House denies heavy editing of Benghazi memo
State Department only changed ‘consulate’ to ‘diplomatic facility,’ says Deputy National Security Adviser Ben Rhodes.
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‘Disturbing’ violence in Myanmar: ASEAN chief
I would call it disturbing trend of ethnic violence could become destabilising to region, says ASEAN chief.
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Israeli Gaza raids continue, hitting media centre
In northern strip, Israeli war planes carry out two separate raids on houses killed 2, injured 10 others, Qudra said.
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India says farewell to firebrand Hindu leader Thackeray
Authorities place large numbers of extra police on streets to avert trouble following the death of the politician.
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Regional stability: Afghan govt, Taliban press for release of more inmates
Peace council chief says released prisoners are ‘important’ members of peace negotiations.
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Boosting reforms: US lifts ban on most Myanmar imports
World’s largest economy will open up to products from the country formerly known as Burma with the exception of gems.
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Standard and Poor’s rating: ABN AMRO, Rabobank downgraded
The ratings on the two large Dutch banks were cut by one notch each.









