Syria Crisis: Minister Says Civil War Has Reached Stalemate -- BBC
Syria's deputy prime minister says the civil war has reached stalemate with neither side strong enough to win.
Qadri Jamil told the UK's Guardian newspaper that at proposed peace talks in Geneva, Damascus would call for a ceasefire with the armed opposition.
The BBC's Jim Muir in Beirut says Mr Jamil seems to be reflecting a drive by Russia to prepare for peace talks.
Meanwhile, the US has called on the UN Security Council to act over Syria's chemical weapons.
Secretary of State John Kerry called on the council to pass a "binding resolution" when it meets next week.
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MIDDLE EAST
Syria rebels agree Azaz ceasefire.
Iran said to seek a nuclear accord to end sanctions.
Iran’s Rouhani urges world leaders to ‘seize the opportunity’ his election presents.
Bombs inside Sunni mosque in Iraq kill 15: police, medics.
Dozens killed in suspected al Qaeda attacks in Yemen. Suspected al Qaeda attacks on Yemeni forces kill around 40. Yemen attacks leave 56 dead.
No time left for negotiations with Iran: Israeli minister.
U.N. nuclear assembly rejects Arab push on Israel.
ASIA
Super Typhoon Usagi heads for Hong Kong.
18 Afghan police killed in ambush in remote northeast.
Pakistani army, government at loggerheads over Taliban talks.
Japanese authorities ignored US warnings over Fukushima water leaks.
Several injured in clashes in Indian Kashmir.
Cambodian prince on hunger strike over political deadlock.
China intensifies social-media crackdown.
War-scarred Sri Lankan Tamils see hope in election.
AFRICA
Scores dead in Nigeria after Boko Haram 'ambush' in Borno. Official: 143 killed by extremists in Nigeria.
Nigerian forces fight Islamists near lawmakers' Abuja quarters.
Egyptian security forces hunt militants after storming town near Cairo.
Congo government, rebel M23 'chat' in public. Congo rules out amnesty for top M23 rebels.
Tunisia's ruling Islamists agree to transition negotiations.
Held by militia, Gaddafi's son misses Tripoli hearing.
Swaziland votes in 'monarchical democracy'.
EUROPE
German election foes could make up and govern.
Russia's Putin says could seek re-election in 2018.
Jailed ex-Ukraine PM must be released ahead of key EU treaty, despite Russian pressure.
France suggests it is ready to give weapons to Syria rebels.
France calls for EU to regulate Web giants to counter dominance.
Pope Francis sets out vision for more gay people and women in 'new' church.
Russia 'seizes' Greenpeace ship after Arctic rig protest. Australian among 28 arrested after armed Russians storm Greenpeace ship.
AMERICAS
Navy Yard gunman was 'wandering halls, hunting people to shoot'.
Venezuela says U.S. bans Maduro from flying over Puerto Rico.
Vice President Joe Biden in Mexico for economic talks.
Manuel lashes northwest Mexico as storm misery spreads. Mexico president cancels UNGA trip as storms kill at least 97.
Colombian government, rebels trade barbs as talks recess.
Paraguay's new leader wants back into Mercosur.
Washington sees incomes soar as most of U.S. declines.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
FBI’s Comey focused on violent home-grown extremists, global spread of terrorism.
State Dept.: FBI can’t get into Benghazi to arrest suspects.
Insight: U.S. and allies target Hezbollah financing, ties in Africa.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Gold prices soar after Fed fails to taper stimulus.
Empire State owners to sell shares.
Outgoing Microsoft CEO regrets lapse in smartphones.
Hedge fund billionaire: Fed's move 'fantastic' for the rich.
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