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Top Malaysian Court Rules 'Allah' Only for Muslims

Malaysia's highest court has upheld a government ban against a Roman Catholic newspaper using the world "Allah" to refer to God.

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Putin Repeats Call for Political Compromise in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday again called for political compromise in Ukraine, saying a peace deal should ensure the rights of all Russian-speaking people in Ukraine's east.

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World Refugee Day: more people being offered protection in the EU

Every year conflicts, persecution and natural disasters force millions of children, women and men to flee their homes in search of safety. Some look for refuge in EU. Last year alone member states offered protection to 135,700 asylum seekers, nearly...

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Amid abduction, increased violence, Ban says Israelis, Palestinians must show restraint

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Israeli soldiers search a Palestinian's car at the Hawera checkpoint outside the town of...

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