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Afghanistan-Pakistan Border Tensions Flare Amid Bombardment Claims

Afghan forces say they are ready to retaliate against Pakistan for cross-border shelling along the country's northeastern border. Analysts in both countries are extremely concerned about what the situation means for the future of the region.

Activists: Syrian Government Air Strike Kills 21 in Northern Town

Syrian rights activists say government warplanes have bombed a northern town near the Turkish border, killing 21 people, as heavy fighting spread within the old city of Aleppo, Syria's commercial capital.

Threat posed by chemical weapons remains serious global concern, says Ban

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Training course on emergency response to chemical weapons.

Hong Kong Boat Collision Leaves 36 Dead

Emergency workers in Hong Kong say at least 36 people died after two passenger boats collided in Victoria Harbor.