Pakistan election signals coalition scramble as religious parties rise
In general elections seen as shifting away from Musharraf backed parties, religious and opposition blocs gain ground. With the Qaid e Azam PML leading with 77 seats but short of a majority, Bhutto's PPP wins 63 and religious coalitions 45 as coalition talks loom by November 1.
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Blast at Grozny police station raised questions of purge
An explosion at a Grozny police station during a senior officials meeting killed as many as 25. Officials suggested disgruntled officers facing firing could be responsible, while Putin urged stronger Chechnya security amid ongoing fighting and rebel attacks.
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Seven or More Soldiers Killed in Philippine Clash on Jolo
Fierce fighting between Philippine marines and Abu Sayyaf rebels on Jolo left at least seven soldiers dead and 26 wounded. Government air and ground attacks targeted a group believed to hold four female Jehovahs Witnesses. No rebel casualty figures reported.
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