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UN chief calls on DPR Korea to continue to abide by Korean War truce

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UN Spokesperson Martin Nesirky.

Kenyan Reaction to Kenyatta Victory Decidedly Mixed

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High Security, Tensions Mar Hagel's Afghan Visit

U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel's first visit to Afghanistan was marred by a contentious speech by Afghan President Hamid Karzai, as well as a series of security threats that forced the cancellation of a scheduled news conference.

Italy, Greece Confirm 7 Foreign Hostages Killed in Nigeria

Italy and Greece have acknowledged that seven foreign hostages kidnapped in northern Nigeria last month were killed as claimed by Islamist militants.