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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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Operation to remove Taliban from Marjah sends thousands fleeing
The civilian population of Marjah, a farming community in Helmand, Afghanistan, are fleeing ahead of a huge NATO operation designed to defeat the entrenched Taliban in the region and restore government control.
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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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Sudan and Chad to end hostilities
Sudan says it is ready to normalise ties with neighbouring Chad, raising hopes of an end to the Darfur conflict.
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US wary over Iran uranium offer
The US reacts warily after Iran says it will accept a deal to swap its enriched uranium for processed nuclear fuel.
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Iran 'will accept uranium deal'
Iran's president says it is ready to send enriched uranium abroad for further enrichment under a deal agreed with the West.
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Ukraine, Russia trade spy charges
Ukraine and Russia trade spying accusations as Kiev expels four Russians and detains another on suspicion of espionage.
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