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Israeli army chief downplays Iran nuclear threat
In a new twist to Iran's nuclear row, Israel's military chief says Iran has not decided yet on developing a nuclear bomb a contrasting viewpoint to what Tel Aviv and most of the Western political leaders have been maintaining so far.
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Southeast Asia's Golden Triangle Struggles to Prevent Renewed Drug Violence
The Golden Triangle, where Burma, Laos and Thailand meet on the Mekong River, has long been known for its shady history of opium smuggling and lawlessness. The region is now a magnet for tourists, lured by its notoriety, scenic resorts and new casinos.
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Report Says China Worsening Tensions in S. China Sea
A new report from a Brussels-based think tank says Chinese government agencies are exacerbating tensions in the South China Sea.
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Security Council urges immediate ceasefire between Sudan and South Sudan
Sudanese refugees from Blue Nile state, living in Doro camp in South Sudan's Upper Nile state.
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South Korea 'On Alert' for Possible North Attack
South Korea appears to be taking seriously the latest attack threat from North Korea.
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US to expand intelligence operations
The US is planning to expand its intelligence operations against high-priority targets such as Iran as part of a new initiative, a media report said.
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UN condemns aerial bombardments in South Sudan’s Unity state
Two areas of Bentiu in South Sudan's Unity state were hit by aerial bombardments.
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EU Suspends Burma Sanctions, Slaps New Ones on Syria
The sanctions.European Union suspended for a year most sanctions against Burma on Monday, while also adopting new ones against the Syrian government.
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Clone of captured US spy drone being built, claims Tehran
Iran has claimed it was building a copy of US spy drone it had captured in December last year.
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Iran claims to have 'hacked' software of captured US spy drone
Iran has reportedly hacked the software of an advanced US spy drone, which came down its territory last year and has started building its own copies of the aircraft.
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Human Rights
Conscience, Hope, and Action: Keys to Global Peace and Sustainability
Ringing FOWPAL’s Peace Bell for the World:Nobel Peace Prize Laureates’ Visions and Actions
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The Peace Bell Resonates at the 27th Eurasian Economic Summit
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