International security worker hostage claim linked to Iraq ambush
A survivor said a Japanese colleague Akihito Saito, held after a five-person group was attacked by Ansar al Sunnah Army, appears severely wounded or dead. The ambush killed four workers. Saito's fate remains unconfirmed amid new video claims and limited details.
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Taiwan DPP wins special election in push for constitutional reform
The Democratic Progressive Party won about 42.5 percent of the vote with 99 percent counted, defeating the Nationalist Party as Taiwan's special assembly begins weighing changes to halve the legislature, extend lawmakers’ terms, reform seats, and enable referenda. The vote underscores President Chen Shui-bian's independence-leaning stance amid cross strait tensions and China's praise for mainland leaders.
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Doctor reports 500 bodies in Andijan school in Uzbekistan
In Andijan, Uzbekistan, a doctor says about 500 bodies lie at School No. 15 as troops fired on protesters to quell an uprising. She notes thousands wounded and residents lining the school to identify dead relatives, amid broader clashes and a jail break protest.
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