Obama aims to keep Middle East troubles from boiling over
President Barack Obama travels to Jerusalem for his first trip to Israel as president with a focus on preventing regional crises from escalating. He will tackle issues from Iran's nuclear ambitions to Israeli Palestinian discord without seeking a grand resolution during this trip.
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Storm Advisory Possible Upgrade to Winter Storm Warning
The storm may be upgraded from a winter weather advisory to a winter storm warning today based on conditions. The advisory remains in effect until midnight. Dean Melde, National Weather Service meteorologist in Duluth, said winds are expected to gust to 25 mph.
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Iran launches Jamaran-2 destroyer in Caspian Sea
Iran unveiled its domestically built Jamaran-2 guided missile destroyer in Anzali on Sunday, marking the first major warship deployment in the Caspian. President Ahmadinejad inaugurated the vessel and said the move aims to bolster regional peace and friendship.
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Pope Francis Makes Impromptu Vatican Appearance
Pope Francis surprised crowds outside St Anna’s Gate, greeting worshipers and kissing babies in a casual, crowd friendly debut. He later spoke a brief six minute homily at St Anna parish before returning indoors as Rome swelled with festival crowds.
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