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South Sudan Rebels Explain Refusal to Sign Ceasefire Agreement

A South Sudanese rebel official said there can be no lasting peace in the country as long as President Salva Kiir is at the helm of government.

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US Checking Reports of 2nd American Killed Alongside Militants in Syria

A White House official says the U.S. is working to confirm reports of a second American possibly killed while fighting alongside militants in Syria.

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Hong Kong Officials Raid Home of Media Mogul Critical of Beijing

Hong Kong anti-corruption officials have raided the home of media mogul Jimmy Lai, whose publications are often critical of mainland China.

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Syria’s brutal war threatens international peace and security, says UN rights panel

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Syrian refugees gather around for the once-a-day water delivery in Za'atari camp in northern...

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