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22:07 13/03/2009

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Turkmen leader pledges to build ties with Russia
21:28 13/03/2009
The president of Turkmenistan told his government on Friday that the country must strengthen ties with Russia, which he called a strategic partner.
Iranian president declares his country a space and nuclear power
19:36 13/03/2009
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Friday that pressure from Western powers trying to keep Iran in economic isolation had in fact spurred the country to become a space and nuclear power.
Russia bids to host 2018 and 2022 soccer World Cups
18:33 13/03/2009
Russia has officially submitted bids to host the 2018 or 2022 World Cup, the head of the Russian Football Union (RFU) said on Friday.
Russian envoy accuses NATO of trying to compete with UN
18:29 13/03/2009
Russia's NATO envoy accused the Western alliance on Friday of trying to take on a global role, competing with the United Nations.
Litvinenko suspect Lugovoi could run for Sochi mayor - 2
17:54 13/03/2009
At least 40 shops damaged in Greek riots
17:32 13/03/2009
At least 40 shops and several cars were damaged in Friday's riots in the Athens, local police said.
Shopping center blaze in Bangladesh kills one, injures at least 17
17:17 13/03/2009
WBA champ Valuev prepares for title bout with Chagaev
17:04 13/03/2009
Russia's WBA Heavyweight World Champion Nikolai Valuev has begun practicing for a bout with champion in recess Ruslan Chagaev of Uzbekistan, Valuev's manager said on Friday.
Palestinian rights group says 1,434 killed in Israeli airstrikes
15:31 13/03/2009
A Palestinian human rights organization has issued a report confirming that 1,434 people, mainly civilians, were killed in Gaza during Israel's three-week military operation in December-January.
Chinese boy survives 10,000-volt shock
15:29 13/03/2009
Russian senator criticizes North Korea rocket launch plans
14:26 13/03/2009
North Korea's announced launch of a long-range rocket may complicate the security situation on the Korean Peninsula and hamper the six-party talks on the country's controversial nuclear program, a senior Russian senator said on Friday.
Russia to deliver 40 tons of humanitarian aid to Afghanistan
14:24 13/03/2009
A Russian plane carrying 40 metric tons of humanitarian aid is expected to arrive in Afghanistan on Friday night, an emergencies ministry spokesman said.
Indian boy survives fall from roof onto metal rod
14:01 13/03/2009
Japan says 'ready to shoot down N. Korean long-range missile'
12:55 13/03/2009
Japan is ready to intercept a North Korean rocket if it appears to threaten the country's security, Japanese Foreign Minister Hirofumi Nakasone said on Friday.
Sharapova returns to tennis court with doubles defeat
12:38 13/03/2009
Russia's Maria Sharapova returned to competitive tennis after months out with a shoulder injury to lose in doubles at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, U.S.
Obama look-alike in Azerbaijan becomes local celebrity
12:30 13/03/2009
A man in Azerbaijan bearing a striking resemblance to U.S. President Barack Obama has become a celebrity in the ex-Soviet Caucasus state, a popular Russian daily said on Friday.
Chinese premier defends Tibet record, says China open to talks
10:50 13/03/2009
China will continue to talk with representatives of the Dalai Lama, if the Tibetan spiritual leader puts an end to what China sees as separatist activity, Premier Wen Jiabao said on Friday.
G20 finance ministers, bankers meet in London
09:57 13/03/2009
Finance ministers and central bankers from the Group of 20 countries gather in Britain on Friday for a two-day meeting to prepare for a summit of G20 leaders next month.
Snow storm strands 83 people on highway in Kazakhstan
09:47 13/03/2009

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