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UN relief agency for Palestine refugees condemns killing of its staff by Israeli forces

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Syria: UN chemical weapons team reaches inspection site after convoy hit with sniper fire

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Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon (centre right) addresses a press conference in Seoul, Republic of Korea.

US Lawmakers Urge Action on Syria

High-ranking U.S. lawmakers of both major parties are urging prompt action in response to evidence that chemical weapons have been used in Syria.

Heavy Casualties in Eastern Congo Fighting

Rebel and government forces in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo suffered heavy casualties in a fifth day of fighting north of the city of Goma. A doctor near the front line said medical services are overwhelmed by the number of wounded.