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A Russian traditional wooden doll, Matreshka, depicting Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and U.S. President Barak Obama, is held by a street vendor in downtown Moscow, Friday, July 3, 2009. A moment of truth for Obama in Moscow
By M K Bhadrakumar In the annals of Russian-American summitry, Moscow has never before choreographed a welcoming ceremony for the visiting United States president in this fashion. The dramatic run-up... (photo: AP / Mikhail Metzel) Asia Times

Defense   Photos   Politics   Russia   US
Zimbabwean deputy Prime minister Arthur Mutambara, centre, addresses journalists with Ben Freeth, left, at Freeth's farm in Chegutu, about 120 kilometres west of Harare, Friday, April, 17, 2009. For Zimbabwe, I Say 'Yes' To 'Sanctions'
Feature Article : "The Author's/Authors' views do not necessarily reflect those of ModernGhana. Many Africans and some Zimbabweans, including Deputy Prime Minister Arthur Mutambara, who argue... (photo: AP / Tsvangirayi Mukwazhi) Modern Ghana
Africa   Civil   Minister   Photos   Zimbabwe
Zadar, Croatia Country profile: Croatia
Croatia went into the new millennium recovering from a decade of authoritarian nationalism under president Franjo Tudjman and bitter war. By early 2003 it had made enough progress to apply for EU... (photo: WN / bojana) BBC News
Country   Croatia   Diplomacy   Photos   Politicians
Peninsular gas pipeline conection, recepcion station Europe nears gas pipeline accord
European governments are due to sign an agreement on the Nabucco gas pipeline on 13 July, the European Commission has announced. The Nabucco pipeline will bring Central Asian gas to western Europe via... (photo: gnu) BBC News

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Royal Palace of El Pardo, Madrid, Spain Country profile: Spain
Located at the crossroads of the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, Europe and Africa, Spain's history and culture are made up of a rich mix of diverse elements. Through exploration and conquest, Spain... (photo: European Community / Esetena) BBC News
Europe   History   Photos   Politcs   Spain
Afghan widows line up as they wait for their monthly food ration distributed by an international aid group in Kabul, Afghanistan, Sunday, June 29, 2008. Food shortages over the past years have pushed many Afghans closer to the brink. In Kabul, some people resort to bread scraps to feed their families. In isolated provinces suffering from drought, starving villagers are fleeing their communities in search of fo Tug widows to sue port managers
The widows of two men who died when a tug capsized in the Clyde have launched a damages action against port managers and the boat's operators. Linda Cameron and Eileen Blackley said they felt... (photo: AP / Emilio Morenatti) BBC News
Managers   Photos   Port   Tragedy   Widows
President George W. Bush listens as Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi addresses his remarks at a joint press availability Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, in the White House Rose Garden. G8 should give positive message on economy-Berlusconi
ROME, July 3 (Reuters) - Leaders of the Group of Eight rich powers should give an upbeat message on economic prospects when they meet in Italy next week, Italian Prime Minister and G8 President Silvio... (photo: White House / Chris Greenberg) The Guardian
Democratic   Economy   Minister   Photos   Prime
Roger Federer of Switzerland reacts, during his men's singles semifinal against Tommy Haas of Germany at Wimbledon, Friday, July 3, 2009. Relentless Federer near the summit
ROGER FEDERER has moved to within one victory of standing alone atop his sport's Mount Everest, following a comprehensive victory in his Wimbledon semi-final. His win over Germany's Tommy Haas leaves... (photo: AP / Kirsty Wigglesworth) Sydney Morning Herald

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