Pope ends Austria pilgrimage amid poor weather and small crowds
Benedict XVI wrapped up a three day visit in Vienna urging Europeans to uphold Christian values as immigration and Islam test faith. About 15 000 filled St Stephens square and 12 000 attended an abbey mass amid steady drizzle while turnout drew comparisons to prior large gatherings.
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McCanns named suspects in Madeleine case and return to England
British couple Gerry and Kate McCann were formally named suspects after police found blood traces in their car in Portugal. They returned to England with their twins, denying involvement, as Kate said Portuguese police pressured her to confess to an accidental killing and cover up.
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Pakistan rounds up former prime minister's supporters
Pakistan authorities manned roadblocks and rounded up supporters of Nawaz Sharif after his return from exile in London. Sharif warned of possible arrests by President Musharraf and urged democratic restoration. He asked his brother Shahbaz to remain in Britain to lead the party if needed.
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Iraqi government seeks more aid as security improves
In Baghdad the government defended stabilizing efforts while seeking continued international help and a timetable for troop withdrawal. Foreign Minister Zebari urged Syria and Jordan to ease border restrictions as Iraqis rush to leave before Monday. Conference attendees from the region, the United States, the United Nations and the G8 heard calls for stronger border control and more support amid improving security but lagging power-sharing progress.
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