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EU still not using its full potential to shape international politics, MEPs say

"The EU is faced with a radically changed security environment. Russia has broken international law with its actions in Ukraine and undermined the European framework for peace. The recent terror attacks in Paris and Copenhagen demonstrate that...

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Murder of Boris Nemtsov: MEPs call for independent international investigation

The murder of Russian opposition politician Boris Nemtsov calls for an independent international investigation, say MEPs in a resolution voted on Thursday. This is the "most significant political murder in recent Russian history", they add, warning...

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UN chief stresses collective responsibility to resolve Syria conflict, end nightmare for millions

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Syrian Kurdish refugees cross into Turkey from Syria near the northern town of Kobane in...

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Ukraine: UN aid agency concerned by ‘dire’ conditions facing civilians in conflict areas

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A family of Ukrainians return to their home area in eastern Ukraine, after receiving aid from...

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