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Afghanistan Signs Security Pacts With US, NATO

Afghanistan has signed long-delayed security pacts with the United States and NATO to authorize deployment of a small international military force in the country after the end of the year. The Taliban has rejected the deal as “shameful and shocking...

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UN official urges sustained pressure on parties to Syria conflict to ensure aid access

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Syrian refugee children draw pictures in the children's activity tent at Islahiye refugee camp in the Hatay...

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Homes Raided By Counter-terrorism Units In Australia

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Melbourne, Australia

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Hong Kong Protesters Set Wednesday Deadline for Reforms

Protesters camped out in Hong Kong for a fifth consecutive day are threatening to expand their campaign of civil disobedience if the territory's chief executive does not meet their demand for democratic reforms.

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