Detained journalists in Iran to meet with family
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Pope urges courage for Catholics in China, Iraq
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At least 38 killed in Xmas Eve attacks in Nigeria
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Insurgents killed as violence surges on Gaza border
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Egypt building security towers along Gaza border
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West Africans threaten force in Ivory Coast
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Kuwait in turmoil as opposition bids to oust PM
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Rights campaigners appeal for life of Kurd student in Iran
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YEAREND SPECIAL: Egypt 2010: The things we know
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YEAREND SPECIAL: Energy sector comes into focus in 2010
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