Abbas Declares 'Palestinian Spring' -- USA Today
RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) – Thousands of Palestinians cheering and waving flags gave President Mahmoud Abbas a hero's welcome in the West Bank Sunday, as he told them triumphantly a "Palestinian Spring" had been born following his historic speech to the U.N. last week.
Abbas' popularity has skyrocketed since he asked the U.N. on Friday to recognize Palestinian independence, defying appeals from Israel and the United States to return to peace talks. His request has pushed the region into uncharted waters, and left the international community scrambling over how to respond.
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MIDDLE EAST
Palestinians celebrate, Israelis express concern over UN recognition bid. Palestinian leader rejects intl peace blueprint.
Obama faces hurdles in aiding Arab Spring countries.
Iraq: Kerbala bomb attacks kill 17.
Two dead, 18 wounded in Yemen clashes.
Syria bans imports to save foreign currency. Turkey slaps arms embargo on Syria.
Low turnout in UAE vote.
Violent clashes between police and protesters as Bahrain votes.
Women in Saudi Arabia to vote and run in elections.
ASIA
Top Pakistan commanders meet after US rebuke.
Afghanistan to probe Rabbani killing.
Philippines ambush leaves '15 dead'.
Suicide bomber attacks Indonesian church.
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Radioactivity in Japan rice raises worries.
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AFRICA
Libya's NTC troops renew assault on pro-Gaddafi Sirte. Libyan fighters reinforce siege of Sirte. NATO bombing missions pound Gaddafi's hometown. "Liberation" of Sirte a matter of days: NTC spokesman.
Mubarak trial abruptly halted as victims’ lawyers seek new judges.
New Zambian govt to follow 10 Commandments.
World Bank boosts Horn of Africa aid to $1.88 billion.
EUROPE
Europe aims to beef up crisis fund, world urges action. £1.75 trillion deal to save the euro.
Russia’s Kudrin won’t serve under Medvedev amid military spending dispute.
Worried Greeks fear collapse of middle class welfare state.
Spain says ETA prisoners' peace move not enough.
AMERICAS
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Bolivia Amazon road protesters break police blockade.
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TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
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ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
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IMF warns on funding levels if crisis worsens.
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