CNN: U.S., Cuba re-establish diplomatic relations, reopen embassies
Havana, Cuba (CNN)One bitter holdover of the Cold War slipped into the history books at 12:01 a.m. Monday, when the United States and Cuba re-established diplomatic relations. For the first time since severing ties in 1961, they reopened embassies in each other's capitals.
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla traveled to the Cuban Embassy in Washington to raise his country's flag, an event that Cuban government officials said would be broadcast live on the island's state-run TV.
A Cuban delegation of diplomats, artists and veterans of the revolution commemorated the breakthrough with about 500 guests and more than likely down a few celebratory mojitos and shots of Havana Club rum.
MIDDLE EAST
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ASIA
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Afghan troops 'killed by US air strike'. Afghan troops 'killed by US friendly fire' in Logar.
U.S. warns Kyrgyzstan that strained ties threaten aid.
Myanmar military chief defends political role, report.
North Korea elections achieve 99.97% turnout.
China to prosecute former aide to retired president.
Taiwan poised to elect first female president.
Mitsubishi apologizes to WWII Japanese prisoners of war.
AFRICA
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EU vows new support for Tunisia after tourist attack.
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Libyan planes sink ship, attack another near Benghazi: spokesmen.
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Four Italians kidnapped near Eni oil premises in Libya.
South Africa mines minister appeals for calm after protests in platinum belt.
Former Chad dictator's war crimes trial opens in Senegal.
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EUROPE
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EU fails to reach migrant settlement target.
Greek debt crisis: Banks reopen amid tax rise.
IMF says Greece repaid arrears worth two billion euros.
Ukrainian military and separatists accuse each other of shelling Donetsk.
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Britain's Cameron announces anti-militant plan, tells internet firms to help.
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AMERICAS
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Embassies reopen as U.S., Cuba restore ties. Cuba and US formally restore diplomatic relations.
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TERRORISM/THEW LONG WAR
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ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
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Gold price falls to five-year low on US rate rise talk.
Wall St higher as earnings boost confidence.
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