A generation ‘traumatized’ in Syria, expert witnesses say

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Palestinian protestors take to the streets as Obama visit approaches

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Sectarian tension ‘most dangerous’ challenge in eight years: Lebanon army chief

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U.N., major powers warn Afghanistan over election

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Turks protest life sentences for generals accused of plotting to overthrow PM

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Up to 4 million displaced within Syria: aid official

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Top French court rules sacking over veil ‘discriminatory’

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Iran’s surgeons struggle to cope as sanctions hamper drug supplies

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New Israeli security cabinet to reduce in size

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Obama’s Israel itinerary skirts settlements but not symbolism

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Cousin of Libya’s Gadhafi arrested in Egypt

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Egyptian president visits India to boost cultural, trade and tourism ties

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Wave of blasts kills 25 across Baghdad ahead of war anniversary

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Clashes break out at Libyan Waha oil field

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Arab-Canadians among Algerian gas plant attackers: security

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