Israel suspends EU contacts over West Bank labeling row
Israel halts diplomatic contact with EU representatives after the bloc labeled West Bank produced goods, amid rising Palestinian attacks including two stabbing incidents. Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered a reassessment process and frozen ties until cleared.
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Pope appeals for peace in Central African Republic during Bangui visit
Pope Francis urged Christians and Muslims to lay down weapons and embrace peace in Bangui. He spoke at the cathedral and greeted thousands amid tight security with US peacekeepers and Vatican guards present. He planned to meet Muslims in PK5 and called for justice, mercy, and reconciliation.
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Planned Parenthood Standoff Follows Colorado Springs Clinic Shooting
In the wake of a Colorado Springs shooting that killed a police officer and two civilians, Planned Parenthood faces intensified threats and protests. Officials note witnesses described the gunman as an abortion opponent and reference a linked anti abortion rhetoric and undercover videos. Security at centers nationwide has tightened with increased patrols and monitoring.
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Airstrikes Kill Civilians in Syrian Town of Ariha
Syrian opposition sources report at least 18 civilians killed and dozens wounded in Ariha after airstrikes attributed to Russian warplanes. Activists describe a busy market hit and three center buildings obliterated, with conflicting tolls from different groups.
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EU Turkey restart talks after breakthrough summit
EU leaders and Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu pledged to re energize stalled membership talks and address the Syrian refugee crisis. President Donald Tusk reported about 1.5 million migrants entering the bloc this year, with many from Turkey, while both sides claimed a breakthrough with no disagreements.
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