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Bill Clinton offers Obama backing
Former US president endorses Illinois senator's candidacy at Democratic convention.
Democrats debate the Middle East
Video: US Iraq veterans protest
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Cruisers sent as third US military ship carrying "aid" arrives at Georgian port.
Government tells people to escape but some say they do not know where to go.
China agrees $3bn Iraq oil deal
Deadline to end Thai siege expires
Brazil reserve ruling delayed
Sudan hijackers surrender in Libya
Violence flares at Pakistan border
Lebanese court charges Gaddafi
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Democrats say New York senator's run has inspired a generation of women.
Officials call for action against "insurgents" dealing in drug trafficking.
The British capital looks ahead to the 2012 Olympic games.