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Libya slaps visa ban on European countries
The European Union has hit out at a recent decision by Libya to stop giving visas to citizens from the border-free Schengen area. The move by Tripoli was believed to have been caused by a spat with Switzerland.
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Saudi Arabia seeks 'quick action' over Iran
New sanctions on Iran would not be a quick enough solution to the nuclear issue, Saudi Arabia's foreign minister says.
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'11 Europeans' wanted in Dubai
Police in Dubai investigating the killing of a Hamas militant say the suspects are 11 people with European passports.
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Clinton seeks Saudi help on China
The US secretary of state is to press Saudi Arabia to help persuade China to support a tougher stand against Iran.
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New European Commission Members
 (681 Kb) Following approval by the European Parliament, the European Council today appointed the new European Commission for the period from 10 February 2010 to 31 October 2014. The Council also appointed Mr.Günther Oettinger to replace Mr.Andris Piebalgs as the Energy Commissioner. Please, see the full list of the new Commission Members.
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US expands Iran Guards sanctions
The US Treasury imposes sanctions against companies connected with the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guards, extending earlier sanctions.
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Westerwelle calls for more German troops in Afghanistan
German Foreign Minister Westerwelle has called for additional troops to be sent to Afghanistan. He was speaking during a parliament debate on the government's new strategy for the country.
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Lebanon warns of Israel 'threat'
Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri says he is concerned about the "escalating and dangerous" threat posed by Israel.
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