Marriage lawsuit can go forward in Pennsylvania court
A federal judge in Harrisburg ruled the state must defend its ban on same sex marriage, denying a bid to dismiss based on a 1972 Supreme Court order. The ruling allows the lawsuit to proceed toward trial and challenges to the law continue in federal court.
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Albania rejects hosting Syria chemical weapon destruction plan
Albania refused the U S request to host destruction of Syria chemical weapons, challenging a U S Russian accord. The Hague OCW set deadlines for 1400 tons of sarin mustard gas and other agents with no host named. Prime Minister Edi Rama cited capacity limits amid protests. US officials downplayed the setback but urged timelines remain.
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Secret War allegations strain German American ties in Berlin
Berlin reports a joint Sueddeutsche Zeitung and NDR investigation titled Secret War alleges U S espionage from German soil including tapping, code cracking, informant recruitment, surveillance, and abductions. The U S Embassy rejected the claims as half truths and innuendo while noting longstanding security facilities under Status of Forces. German public opinion soured on the U S after Snowden and Merkel spying disclosures.
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Dozens killed in Tripoli clashes with Libyan militiamen
Dozens died and about 400 wounded in street battles between Libyan militias and residents in Tripoli. Prime Minister Ali Zeidan demanded militias leave the capital as rival armed groups, including Misrata and Gharghur factions, fought for control amid ongoing unrest after Gaddafi’s overthrow.
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