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High Security, Tensions Mar Hagel's Afghan Visit

U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel's first visit to Afghanistan was marred by a contentious speech by Afghan President Hamid Karzai, as well as a series of security threats that forced the cancellation of a scheduled news conference.

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Italy, Greece Confirm 7 Foreign Hostages Killed in Nigeria

Italy and Greece have acknowledged that seven foreign hostages kidnapped in northern Nigeria last month were killed as claimed by Islamist militants.

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UN chief congratulates Kenyans on peaceful presidential polls

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Preparing for the elections.

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Activists Say Syria Rebels Raid Homs, Create Council in East

Syrian opposition activists say rebels have put more pressure on President Bashar al-Assad, launching an offensive to retake a former rebel stronghold in central Syria and establishing a religious council in the east.

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