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US Finds Fewer Refugees on Iraqi Mountain, Evacuation 'Less Likely'

The U.S. Defense Department says a mission to evacuate refugees from a mountain in northern Iraq is "far less likely" after an assessment found fewer refugees in the area than previously feared.

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Israel, Hamas Holding Truce After 5-Day Extension

A new, five-day cease-fire between Israel and Hamas was holding Thursday despite a brief overnight exchange of rockets and airstrikes.

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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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