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"As long as the aggressors, because of their financial, political and propaganda powers, not only escape punishment, but even claim righteousness, and as long as wars are started and nations are enslaved in order to win votes in elections, not only will the problems of the global community remain unsolved, but they will be increasingly exacerbated."
Iran President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
The Iranian President was addressing the United Nations General Assembly.

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Asia
  • Three coalition soldiers killed in Afghanistan
  • Lipton milk powder withdrawn after detection of chemical
  • Hong Kong shares bounce back after opening 6 percent down
  • Seven soldiers killed in Philippine clashes
  • Demolition of Hindu temples raises tempers in Malaysia

    Asia Pacific
  • Team India practices hard for series against Australia
  • China wins Asian women boxing championship
  • Vaughan not to play for South Australia
  • Oz to trial new umpiring referral system
  • Pacific Asia to Acquire Participating Interest in 2 Onshore China Blocks

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