World o n Palestinian Hamas talks stall over Israel demand
Palestinian officials say US pressure for a unity government that recognizes Israel stalls talks with Hamas. Abbas plans to press Bush at the UN about a coalition that may not meet international demands, warning of possible Palestinian civil conflict if talks fail. Israeli talks seek release of a soldier captured by Hamas-linked militants, as Gaza suffers.
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Pope Benedict’s apology splits Muslim leaders worldwide
Pope Benedict XVI expressed sorrow for his remarks on Islam and violence saying they caused offense, but a mixed reaction followed. Some leaders urged restraint, while others demanded a fuller apology and questioned his remarks amid church attacks in Palestinian areas and the Somali nun’s death.
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NATO victory hailed as Afghan offensive ends but violence persists
NATO says a two week operation in southern Afghanistan drove Taliban from core areas and opened reconstruction, with over 500 militants killed. Bombings by own-action attackers killed and wounded civilians and soldiers while militants seized Gulistan district in Farah, intensifying the conflict as authorities plan new troop and air support push.
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Attacks in Kirkuk Kill 23 Bystanders in Coordinated Assaults
A series of bombings in Kirkuk, including a truck bomb at a police area and multiple car bombs, killed 23 bystanders and wounded 76. The toll across Iraq reached at least 59 as police, Kurdish and Sunni politicians faced attacks. Authorities reported further violence in Fallujah Baqubah and Baghdad with assassinations, mortars, and blasts, including the killing of Sunni politician Mohammed Shihab Dulaimi after a TV interview.
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