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Summit backs emissions 'vision'
Meeting in Japan of 16 "major economies" fails to set specific targets on climate change.
Scientists condemn G8 climate plan
G8 rejects Zimbabwe government
Video: Japan's emissions under fire
Video: Japan pushes nuclear power
US president says controversial civilian nuclear deal good for both countries.
Moscow to use military means if US deploys a defence system close to its borders.
Clashes erupt in Lebanon city
Iran tests 'Israel-strike' missile
US against 'arbitrary' Iraq pullout
No bail for ex-Khmer Rouge minister
Sarkozy changes mind on Olympics
Pakistan rejects Kabul bombing link
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How mercenaries' loose talk led to failed coup and a prison sentence in Equatorial Guinea.
Stalled prisoner exchanges between Israel and the Arabs have hindered peace deals.
Government moves against Al Jazeera in Morocco draw a mixed reaction from the public.
America's traditional summer holiday is set to be its most economically troubled in years.
Authorities struggle to balance the public's demands with foreign investment.