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- Ukraine government, protesters nearing a deal. Will it last?
European officials say the two sides are nearing an agreement that would include reduced presidential powers and early elections in December.
- 'Peace must come soon' -- dispatch from South Sudan
As a political crisis that devolved into an ethnic crisis, the war in South Sudan needs resolution quickly to avoid solidifying widening divisions and strife.
- With hundreds jailed, Egypt's Islamists demand new protest strategy
Former President Morsi's supporters have protested regularly since his ouster, but that has yielded little more than arrests, making some consider more violent means.
- Pentagon pushes for more bandwidth, citing 'national security needs'
Modern warfare requires increasing amounts of the electromagnetic spectrum for battlefield communications. The Defense Department is arguing for more, putting it in possible conflict with commercial interests.
- Ukraine protesters dig in after a deadly morning in Kiev
Ukraine's parliament voted to condemn the violence in Kiev Thursday, during which at least 60 people were killed as guns were used by police and protesters.
- Feeble turnout by Libyan voters points to deep disillusionment
Libya held elections today for a constitution-drafting committee that will chart a path for a post-Qaddafi future. Few cared enough to turn out at the polls.
- On trial in Egypt, Al Jazeera journalists struggle to cut through the noise
Three Al Jazeera journalists arrested in December made their first court appearance today. They are accused by authorities of belonging to a terrorist organization – the Muslim Brotherhood.
- New fighting in South Sudan threatens oil state capital
Since a January ceasefire, rebels and government troops have skirmished. A full-scale attack on Malaka, a key oil hub, may signal a longer fight ahead.
- Is Ukraine president losing the Kremlin's confidence?
Russian Prime Minister Medvedev vented today about Yanukovych, saying that Russia needed a partner who would not be treated like a doormat by his people.
- Why a Pakistani reporter is suing the CIA for murder
Kareem Khan's son and brother died in a US drone strike. His lawsuit has made waves in Pakistan and overseas, and he was recently detained for nine days.
- Negotiators put acrimony aside to pursue final Iranian nuclear agreement
The pace of progress has slowed as nuclear negotiators turn to divisive details, but the civil atmosphere in Vienna, and a monthly schedule for talks, are good signs.
- Ukraine truce shattered by deadly fighting in Kiev
Protesters retook Kiev's Independence Square this morning, driving back riot police in clashes that resulted in at least 22 deaths, mostly protesters.
- Rebels' grip on border region weakens under Syrian Army assault
Losing Qalamoun would be a blow, cutting off access to smuggling trails and the highway connecting Homs, Damascus, and the coast.
- US portrayal of ongoing nuclear talks rankles Iran
A senior Iranian official says that comments portraying ongoing negotiations as more of a win for the US than Iran is creating problems in Vienna.
- Are Ukraine's Maidan protesters 'terrorists' and 'radicals'?
The Ukrainian government warned that it would act to stop 'violent extremists' responsible for Tuesday's violence. But the reality on the ground doesn't quite fit the labels.
- Hope and apprehension before rare Korean family reunions
Elderly South Koreans chosen by lottery will be meeting long-lost relatives in North Korea, the first such meetings since 2010.
- Shaky Afghan-Taliban peace talks run into Pakistani obstruction
Recent talks in Dubai may signal a push by Afghan President Karzai to strike a deal with Taliban leaders beyond Pakistan's purview as US troops prepare to leave.
- Suicide bombers in Beirut target Iranian cultural center
The spillover from a civil war in Syria continues to roil Lebanon, where a new government was formed over the weekend. Wednesday's blasts killed at least five people.
- Putin's 'Sochi effect': Will Pussy Riot arrests interfere?
Two members of the Pussy Riot protest band were arrested and released in Sochi today. Their message may not be of great interest to Russians at a moment of patriotic Olympic pride.
- Deadly protest violence in Thailand as 'Peace for Bangkok' operation backfires
The four dead include police officers and protesters after clashes at a protest camp in Bangkok that authorities had sought to disperse, raising questions about armed elements in the crowd.