Obama seeks Japan assurances amid Asia tour amid Ukraine crisis
Obama aims to reassure Japan on security and economic pledges during a four country Asia swing. He seeks to affirm the US Japan alliance, push for a stalled trade pact, and expand the Philippine military footprint while Ukraine crisis tests U.S. focus.
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Palestinian rivals push new bid for unity government
Hamas and Fatah agreed to form a unity government and hold elections in six months, while protesters cheered in Gaza. The plan risks repeating past failures and increases U.S. and Israeli scrutiny as donors warn of renewed aid risks. Abbas supports a two state solution, while Hamas cites financial strain and regional changes as incentives to back reconciliation.
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Ukraine in security bind after Russian warning
Ukraine faces a risky standoff as Lavrov warns that attacks on Russian citizens or interests will be met with a firm response. Kiev resumes anti insurgent operations in the east while Russia denies troops are present, worsening the Geneva crisis and fueling fears of a Georgia style confrontation.
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