W Bank shrines 'Israeli heritage'
Israel's prime minister announces a controversial plan to add two West Bank religious sites to the country's national heritage list.
Merkel puts brakes on minister's nuclear phase-out plans
Debate is still raging in the German government over the use of nuclear energy. Chancellor Merkel has distanced herself from comments by the environment minister that Germany could phase out its nuclear plants by 2030.
Ukraine PM drops poll challenge
Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko drops her legal challenge against her rival's victory in Ukraine's presidential election.
Yanukovych, Tymoshenko battle for power
Ukrainian President-elect Viktor Yanukovych is taking steps to force out the government of Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko, who is contesting his recent victory in the country’s presidential elections in court.
Microsoft-Yahoo tie-up approved
Microsoft's plans to buy Yahoo's internet search and search advertising business are cleared by European and US regulators.
UN fears Iran nuclear arms move
A leaked UN report expresses concern Iran may currently be trying to develop a nuclear payload for a missile.
Tibetans still back Dalai Lama
The Dalai Lama is now in Washington despite stark criticism from the Chinese government. To avoid upsetting China, President Barack Obama has decided to keep the meeting low-key.
Ukraine court puts presidential election results on hold
A court in Ukraine has suspended the results of presidential elections after a complaint of electoral fraud. A decision on the validity of the poll is expected within days, ahead of a planned inauguration ceremony.
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