North Korean official, sent by Kim Jong Un, visits China for talks
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A top aide to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrives in Beijing after weeks of escalating tension.
Infrastructure failings clip the wings of Indonesian airport
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Afghan peace process stalled by larger fears
As the Taliban steps up attacks, the prospects for negotiated settlement to the conflict appear dim.
Activists bristle as India cracks down on foreign funding of NGOs
Government bars groups that oppose nuclear energy, human rights abuses from accepting overseas donations.
Without U.S. air support, Afghans struggle to save their wounded
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Pakistan army chief meets incoming prime minister in ‘good omen’
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Asia / Pacific
- Japan approves joining international child custody treaty amid concerns about abductions
- North Korea sends top official, Kim confidant to China in highest profile visit of year
- Japan watchdog endorses panel's conclusion that active fault is underneath nuclear plant
- Death toll rises to 23, with 10 still missing, in blast at China explosives plant
Africa
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Middle East
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- Israeli air force chief says military needs to be ready for 'surprise war' from Syria
- Syria's opposition coalition urges rebels to reinforce embattled town near Lebanese border
- Bahrain opposition group snubs crisis talks over security crackdowns
Europe
- Britain formally launches bid to label Hezbollah's military wing a terrorist organization
- UK official: Violent attack in London that killed 1 man could be terror related
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- UK official: Violent attack in London could be terror-related
The Americas
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National Security
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