VOA: Key Syrian Rebel Group Pulls Out of Opposition Talks
One of Syria's main rebel groups has pulled out of opposition talks aimed at forging a united front prior to potential discussions with the Damascus regime.
Ahrar al-Sham said it withdrew Thursday to protest the role given to groups it feels are too close to the government of President Bashar al-Assad.
Ahrar al-Sham, a Saudi-backed ultraconservative group that operates mainly in northern Syria, withdrew at the end of a two-day conference in Riyadh, the Saudi capital.
MIDDLE EAST
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ASIA
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AFRICA
Islamic State menace rising in Africa, experts warn.
Niger to transfer 500 Boko Haram prisoners to Nigeria.
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EUROPE
Paris a scarred city four weeks after attacks.
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Georgia accuses Russia of violating its airspace.
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Dutch court convicts nine for terror offences.
Geneva raises security alert, authorities looking for terrorism suspects.
Cameron delays Heathrow decision until 2016, sparking anger.
AMERICAS
Venezuela Congress taps Lopez judge as ombudsman, outraging foes.
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Syrian refugees feel excitement, nerves as they head to Canada on government plane.
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Nearly half of youth say 'American Dream' is dead: Harvard poll.
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‘Don’t mess with Shorty’: Mexican cartel boss threatens ISIS over drug trade.
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TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
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Obama accused of ulterior motive in Guantanamo prisoner swap.
A closer look at Somalia’s al-Shabab terror group.
Philippines, Australia vow cooperation against Islamic militants.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
US Congress in final-stage talks on massive budget, tax bills.
Volkswagen admits 'chain of errors'.
OPEC says crude production rose to 3-year high in November. Oil hits near seven-year low as global glut concerns persist.
Happy Birthday To You copyright case settled.
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