Germany: A Bailout for Greece?
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Germany: A Bailout for Greece?
February 9, 2010 2056 GMT
Germany is considering possible emergency financial support for Greece -- but such support would come at a price. [more]

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Potential Axes of Attack in Somalia

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Opposition protests are expected Feb. 11, the anniversary of Iran's Islamic Revolution, but Iran's security apparatus has had ample time to prepare. [more]
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Nigeria: A Legislative Resolution on Jonathan's Role
February 9, 2010 1642 GMT
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Video Dispatch: Reading Ukraine's Election
February 9, 2010 0054 GMT
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February 8, 2010 2329 GMT
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Thailand: Protests and Coup Rumors
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February 8, 2010 2328 GMT
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February 9, 2010 2255 GMT
Students from the University of the Andes in Venezuela's Tachira state clashed on Feb. 9 with Venezuelan national guard soldiers for the second straight day, Globovision reported. Several students reportedly were wounded by rubber bullets, and classes were cancelled at the university. A student march protesting the Dec. 8 death of a local university student is scheduled for Feb. 10 and is expected to continue as planned, El Nacional reported.
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Turkey: Debating the U.S. Security Umbrella
Turkey: Debating the U.S. Security Umbrella
February 9, 2010 1156 GMT
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