Islamic leader surrenders to Kenyan authorities
Somalia ousted Islamic movement leader Sheik Sharif Sheik Ahmed surrendered after crossing into Kenya and was flown to Nairobi. Kenyan police protect him amid fears for his safety as Somali and Ethiopian forces pursue remnants of the Council of Islamic Courts. US officials say they are not involved in his capture or protection.
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Bombs targeting Shiites kill nearly 100 in Baghdad market
Twin bombings in Baghdad tore through a busy market and a northern attack killed and wounded dozens as police and hospital officials reported up to 88 to 98 dead and 156 wounded. The strikes, blamed on Sunni insurgents, marked a deadly weekend for U.S. forces with two Marines killed and a roadside bomb near Mosul injuring four.
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Mideast peace talks revive after hiatus
Israel and the Palestinian Authority move to restart diplomacy as Condoleezza Rice plans a mid February summit with Olmert and Abbas. Washington backs confidence building measures including easing Palestinian sanctions and lifting West Bank roadblocks. Hamas dominates Palestinian politics, moderates push for talks, and no deal is seen soon.
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Iran bars 38 U N nuclear inspectors amid sanctions
Iran says it barred 38 members of the IAEA inspection team from entering the country in retaliation for last month’s sanctions over its uranium enrichment program. Foreign Minister Mottaki confirmed some inspectors were admitted while stating nations may oppose specific inspectors.
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