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Russian Convoy Again Headed Toward Ukraine

A Russian convoy, carrying what Moscow says is humanitarian aid, has resumed its journey toward war-torn eastern Ukraine.

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Israel, Palestinians Continue Talks as Cease-fire End Nears

Israeli and Palestinian negotiators are meeting again Wednesday in Cairo in a final bid to find a resolution to their crisis before the expiration of a 72-hour cease-fire.

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Gaza hospitals, health facilities need urgent donor support: UN agency

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During his visit to Gaza, WHO’s Regional Director Dr Ala Alwan (left) spoke with patients and health workers at Mohammed Al Durrah Pediatric Hospital.

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Malaysia Opposition Leader Charged with 'Insulting' Police

A senior Malaysian opposition politician has been charged with "insulting the modesty of a police officer," a charge he told VOA is politically motivated.

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US Says China, Not Washington, Responsible for South China Sea Tensions

The United States says it is trying to lower tensions in the South China Sea and accused China of "fomenting instability" by its "aggressive actions." Washington’s comments came amid Chinese criticism of a U.S. plan for a voluntary freeze on provocative actions in Beijing's maritime disputes with Southeast Asian nations such as the Philippines and Vietnam.

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US, Australia Finalize Deal to Expand American Troop Presence

Top U.S. and Australian officials have signed a deal that expands American air and naval presence in northern Australia.

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Reports: Russia Sends 280 Aid Trucks to Ukraine

Russian state media say a convoy of 280 trucks carrying humanitarian aid has left for war-torn eastern Ukraine.

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Bollywood Actress and International Recording Artist Priyanka Chopra inspires teenage girls to aim high with UNICEF

New Bollywood Actress, International Recording Artist and UNICEF India Ambassador Priyanka Chopra met with young women in Chandrapur, India, to mark International Youth Day and to witness how their lives are being transformed through the Building Young Futures programme, which is run in partnership with Barclays.

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Israelis, Palestinians Begin New Truce

Israel and Hamas have begun a new 72-hour cease-fire, giving the warring sides another chance to negotiate a lasting end to a month of fighting that has left 2,000 people dead.

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US Portrays ASEAN Meeting as Setback for China

The United States is portraying the outcome of a meeting in Myanmar among Southeast Asian nations as a setback for Beijing's attempts to minimize territorial disputes in the South China Sea.