Ukraine votes to back Yekhanurov as prime minister amid political deals
President Viktor Yushchenko won parliamentary support for Yuriy Yekhanurov after striking a deal with Viktor Yanukovych to secure votes. The move comes as Ukraine seeks an exit from a deepening crisis following last year's Orange Revolution. In other news, a Mexico City helicopter crash killed a cabinet official and others, ruled an accident pending investigation. Sony announces 10,000 global layoffs and plant closures under new CEO Howard Stringer as part of a major restructuring to revive its faltering electronics business.
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EU offers softer Iran stance in bid to delay Security Council referral
In Vienna the European Union proposed delaying a move to bring Iran before the UN Security Council over suspected nuclear activity if Russia and China back a new resolution criticizing Tehran for IAEA commitments. A tougher, US backed option remains on the table, threatening referral at a later date if no agreement is reached. The dilemma centers on gaining broad support while avoiding a direct Iran referral amid veto power.
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North Korea invites U S visit to resolve nuclear dispute
North Korea said it would welcome U S negotiator Christopher Hill for talks in Pyongyang with no conditions if the aim is to resolve the nuclear issue. The statement followed a landmark six party accord in which North Korea agreed to abandon its program in exchange for aid and assurances.
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London bombing suspect extradited from Italy to Britain
Hussain Osman known as Hamdi Issac was returned from Rome to Britain at Northolt air base. He faces arrest on conspiracy to murder and related charges for the July 21 attempted bombing at Shepherds Bush. An initial court appearance is set for Friday at Belmarsh prison.
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Palestinian Killed by Israeli Troops at Dotan Base
An unarmed 19 year old Palestinian, Allah Khamtouni, was shot and killed by Israeli soldiers at the Dotan base near Jenin after entering the site hours before troops vacated it. Soldiers fired at Khamtouni and others as they approached, fearing an explosive belt, while Palestinian officials say the group entered thinking the base was abandoned.
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