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Wednesday, December 25, 2013

Political turmoil in Turkey

Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan is facing growing pressure as he reshuffles his cabinet. Andrew Finkel reports.



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NSA program is Obama's to own

President Barack Obama stands at a significant crossroad.



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Christmas attacks in Iraq, Afghanistan

Two car bombs targeting Christians killed at least 35 people in southern Baghdad on Christmas.



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Snowden: My mission 'accomplished'

NSA leaker Edward Snowden gives wide-ranging interview to The Washington Post, telling the newspaper "I already won."



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China condemns visit

China is upset with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe for visiting a World War Two shrine. CNN's Karl Penhaul reports.



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China slashes 'extreme poverty'

More than one in five people live in extreme poverty globally, according to a new report, though China's continued economic growth has improved the lives of millions.



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Iran lawmakers draft uranium bill

Iranian lawmakers have drafted a bill that would force the government to enrich uranium up to 60% if new sanctions are imposed, state media reported Wednesday.



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