Russia moves to push reforms as Assad clings to power
Russia pressed reforms at an emergency Damascus meeting with Bashar Assad aiming to settle the uprising without removing him. In Damascus thousands cheered, while Homs faced bombardment. international isolation widened as France Italy Spain Belgium and Gulf states pulled ambassadors. Turkey urged a new initiative as Western and regional powers seek greater cooperation with Syria’s opposition.
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Last WWI veteran Florence Green dies at 110 in England
Florence Green who served in the Women’s Royal Air Force as a waitress at an eastern England air base died at 110 in King's Lynn two weeks before her 111th birthday. She was officially recognized as a WWI veteran in 2010 after records were found in the National Archives.
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Greece debt talks drag on as protests rise in Athens
Amid stalled talks on a new bailout, more than 20 000 people protested in Athens against further austerity as unions struck and rioters clashed with police outside Parliament. Prime Minister Papademos delayed coalition talks to Wednesday while debt negotiators and IMF officials pressed for a bond swap deal.
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Santorum Wins Missouri Primary and Eyes Minnesota
Rick Santorum defeated Mitt Romney in Missouri on a high-stakes primary day, fueling momentum as Minnesota caucuses pointed to continued battleground strength. Ron Paul trailed with no wins yet, while Romney planned a Denver celebration after edging Florida and Nevada. Missouri’s result has limited delegate ties, with Colorado and Minnesota seen as more decisive for general election chances.
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