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Clinton Seeks Anti-Assad Coalition
Speaking a day after Russia and China block UN Syria resolutions, US top diplomat calls on ‘friends of a democratic Syria’ to unite

UN Chief Condemns Syria Resolution Veto
UN Chief condemns the failure to pass the resolution, saying UNSC 'lost an opportunity to take unified action' to help end the crisis.

Egyptians Protest for 4th Day at Interior Ministry
Demonstrators clash with police, some demand for presidential elections be held in coming weeks, rather than June

Israeli Cabinet Mulls Response to Iran Threat
Israeli PM Netanyahu says the only way to ensure Israel’s survival in a region is to continue to develop the nation’s military power

Karzai Condemns Deadly Car Bombing in Southern Afghanistan
At least 9 killed, 19 wounded, but no one has claimed responsibility for the blast at the police station in Kandahar city

Clinton to Urge Bulgaria to Seek New Energy Sources
During a brief visit to Sofia, US top diplomat is expected to call on Bulgaria to break its dependence on Russian oil, gas

Oil Pipeline in Niger Delta Attacked by Militants
Nigerian militant group MEND says the attack is 'a sign of things to come' as the ruptured pipe continues to burn

Greece on 'Knife Edge' to Agree on Bailout
Greek PM asks political allies to support a rescue package before eurozone ministers cut off funds

Rising Australian Floodwaters Force Mass Evacuation
Officials ask 3,800 residents of St. George to abandon their homes

Syrians and Turks in Istanbul Protest Latest Syrian Show of Force
Turkey has become a base for the Syrian opposition

Riots in Egypt Continue: At Least 12 Dead, 2,500 Injured
Violent clashes enter third day, as thousands protest lack of action by authorities during stampede at football match earlier this week

Romney Wins Nevada Caucus
Overall front-runner takes first of western states' contests

Egypt to Try 43 NGO Workers in Funding Case
Workers, including 19 US citizens, to face trial for alleged involvement in activities of pro-democracy groups considered banned

Pro- and Anti-Putin Rallies Draw Mass Turnouts in Moscow
Braving bitter cold weather, thousands of opponents and supporters of PM Putin demonstrate ahead of March presidential poll

UN: Afghan Civilian Deaths Up for 5th Straight Year
Assistance Mission in Afghanistan says 3,021 civilians were killed in 2011, 8 percent increase over previous year

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