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German economic recovery falters
Germany's recovery from recession faltered in the final quarter of 2009, preliminary figures show.
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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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Yemen declares truce with rebels
The Yemeni authorities declare a ceasefire with rebels in the north, who pledge to abide by the truce.
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Tymoshenko refuses to concede Ukrainian defeat
After three days of silence, the Ukrainian prime minister, Yulia Tymoshenko, has spoken out in defiance, refusing to accept the victory of Viktor Yanukovych in the presidential race.
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Ahmadinejad declares Iran a 'nuclear state'
Amid heavy security, Iran marks the anniversary of the Islamic revolution. President Ahmadinejad, in a speech in Tehran, announced that Iran had begun production of highly enriched uranium in defiance of the West.
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Opinion: The end of an illusion in Iran
The anniversary of the Islamic revolution is marked by official celebrations and opposition protests. It highlights how far the Islamic revolution has strayed from its ideals, says DW's Jamsheed Faroughi.
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Ukraine election winner Yanukovych calls on Tymoshenko to resign as prime minister
Opposition candidate Viktor Yanukovych has narrowly defeated Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko in Ukraine's presidential race, prompting him to demand Tymoshenko concede defeat and resign as prime minister.
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Leaders pledge 'urgent action' to clean up Baltic Sea
At a summit on Wednesday, leaders from countries surrounding the Baltic Sea pledged action to help generate the 'miracle' needed to save one of the world's most heavily polluted bodies of water.
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