Israel seeks to negotiate on planned EU sanctions
Israel appealed to the European Union on Friday to rethink planned sanctions against its organizations in the occupied territories and called for talks, a shift in tone from previous Israeli anger and retaliatory measures.
Israeli-Palestinian peace talks to resume August 14
Israeli and Palestinian negotiators will resume peace talks in Jerusalem on August 14, the U.S. State Department said on Thursday.
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.
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