Saudis, U.S. Trade Charges With Iran Over Plot -- Yahoo News/Reuters
WASHINGTON/TEHRAN (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia and the United States traded charges with Iran Wednesday over an alleged plot to kill the Saudi ambassador to Washington, deepening divisions and sharpening a contest for power in the oil-rich Gulf.
The Saudis, long at odds with Tehran, said Iran would "pay the price" for an exotic plot described by U.S. officials to assassinate their ambassador. The United States threatened further sanctions on Iran, while Tehran called the accusation a fabrication designed to sow discord in the region.
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MIDDLE EAST
Israel’s West Bank General warns against radicals.
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ASIA
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Burma frees dozens of political prisoners.
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India, Vietnam sign energy accord.
China and Vietnam sign deal on South China Sea dispute.
South Korean president visits U.S.
Australia parliament passes divisive carbon tax.
AFRICA
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Sudan, South Sudan take step toward resolving border and oil disputes.
Darfur peacekeepers killed in Sudan attack.
Hijacked crew saved from pirates after sending message in a bottle.
Liberia urges calm during election count. Runoff expected in Liberia's presidential race.
EUROPE
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As Greece avoids a default, recapitalization plans emerge for European banks. Spain banks downgraded by S&P and Fitch.
Slovakia votes down eurozone bailout expansion plans.
EU to halve its military presence in Bosnia.
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AMERICAS
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