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'Friends of Syria' Recognize Syrian Opposition; Scuds Fired

A group of more than 100 nations calling for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to step down has formally recognized a newly formed Syrian opposition coalition as the legitimate representative of the Syrian people.

International community must unite to support negotiated end to Syria crisis – Ban

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A Syrian mother and with her son, who are refugees in Lebanon.

Syrian Strikes Heighten Urgency of Patriot Missile Deployment in Turkey

NATO preparations to defend Turkey from potential Syrian attacks may find new urgency as Damascus begins to use missiles against Syrian rebels across the Turkish border.

Defiant North Korea Carries Out 'Space Launch'

North Korea has carried out what it characterizes as a “groundbreaking” peaceful launch to place a weather satellite into orbit, despite warnings from the United Nations and the United States. The event is being viewed by most of the world as a...