Japan protests to China after ships linger near isles
Four Chinese ships spent more than 24 hours in what Japan sees as its territorial waters, prompting a Japanese protest to China on Thursday at a time when Tokyo has been signaling its desire for a summit.
Russian oil barons step up battle for Putin's favor
Two Russian oil barons have escalated a battle for influence in the lucrative energy sector by writing to President Vladimir Putin to complain about each other's policies, spotlighting a deepening rift between some members of his inner circle.
Rohani Says Iran Ready For 'Serious' Nuclear Talks
Iran's President Hassan Rohani says his country is ready to engage in "serious negotiations" with Western nations over the country's disputed nuclear program.
Rohani Says Iran Ready For 'Serious' Nuclear Talks
Iran's President Hassan Rohani says his country is ready to engage in "serious negotiations" with Western nations over the country's disputed nuclear program.
Obama Going To Russia Despite 'Disappointment' Over Snowden
U.S. President Barack Obama has confirmed that he will attend a G20 summit in Russia but says he is "disappointed" that Moscow is sheltering fugitive U.S. intelligence-program leaker Edward Snowden.
US criticises Vietnam internet control law
The US has criticised a new internet decree in Vietnam that would restrict online users from discussing current affairs.
Azerbaijani Defense Minister In Washington
Azerbaijani Defense Minister Safar Abiyev has met in Washington with his U.S. counterpart Chuck Hagel.
Japan government to take bigger role in Fukushima clean-up
The Japanese government will get directly involved in containing rising levels of radioactive water at the crippled Fukushima nuclear plant instead of relying solely on the operator, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Wednesday, calling it an "urgent issue".
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