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Afghan civilians executed by Taliban 27 Aug 2013 | 04:42 pm
At least six aid workers on government projects killed by armed group in western Herat.
Syria denies chemical weapon claim 27 Aug 2013 | 04:31 pm
Foreign Minister Walid Moualem challenged the world to give evidence that his government was behind last week's attack.
Russia and Iran warn against attack on Syria 27 Aug 2013 | 02:38 pm
Assad's allies say military move would have serious consequences as West weighs punishment for alleged gas attack.
Afghan president extends Pakistan visit 27 Aug 2013 | 02:22 pm
Karzai to hold more talks with Nawaz Sharif, a day after his call for joint campaign to fight "menace of terrorism".
Japan plant operator weighs expert advice 27 Aug 2013 | 12:21 pm
Foreign decommissioning experts to be invited to help deal with highly radioactive water leaking from Fukushima site.
Colombia farmers' strike causes shortages 27 Aug 2013 | 11:14 am
Entire regions cut off for a week as farmers block dozens of major roads across the South American country.
Kerry blames Damascus for chemical attack 27 Aug 2013 | 10:56 am
Strong US statement comes just hours after sniper attack on UN inspection team travelling to the attack site.
Kyrgyzstan boy dies of bubonic plague 27 Aug 2013 | 10:12 am
Health officials confirm 15-year-old's death was caused by the rodent-borne disease, but say an epidemic is unlikely.
Brazil's top diplomat quits over Bolivia row 27 Aug 2013 | 06:51 am
Foreign minister resigns after opponent of Bolivian president makes escape to Brazil escorted by Brazilian marines.
UN to raise new spy claims with US 27 Aug 2013 | 05:40 am
German magazine Der Spiegel reported that US intelligence listened in to UN video conferences from mid-2012.
