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Protests Swell in Georgia Over ‘Foreign Interests’ Bill

The authorities in the Eastern European nation said security forces had used water cannons and tear gas as demonstrators took to the streets over divisive legislation advanced by Parliament.The authorities in the Eastern European nation said security forces had used water cannons and tear gas as demonstrators took to the streets over divisive legislation advanced

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Middle East Crisis: Hopes for Cease-Fire Remain, Despite Hamas’s Resistance to Latest Offer

Officials are waiting for the group’s response to a proposal with U.S. and Israeli backing for a halt to fighting in Gaza and the release of hostages held there.Officials are waiting for the group’s response to a proposal with U.S. and Israeli backing for a halt to fighting in Gaza and the release of hostages

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Bulgarian Distrust of Russia Simmers Over a Black Sea Oil Terminal

Russia has been losing its grip on the Rosenets Oil Terminal, near the port city of Burgas, as Bulgarian authorities seek to assert greater control over the Russian-run facility.Russia has been losing its grip on the Rosenets Oil Terminal, near the port city of Burgas, as Bulgarian authorities seek to assert greater control over the

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U.K. Conservatives Hold Their Breath: How Bad Will Local Elections Be?

Voters in England and Wales will choose local officials on Thursday. The results could demonstrate whether the governing party’s dire poll ratings are reliable, analysts say.Voters in England and Wales will choose local officials on Thursday. The results could demonstrate whether the governing party’s dire poll ratings are reliable, analysts say. Read More

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