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There has however been growing international concern about repeated allegations of the use of poison gases in the Iraq and Syria conflicts

Showdown as West seeks to boost powers of chemical arms watchdog

A two-thirds majority, minus any abstentions, is needed for Britain’s draft to pass

The International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia found Ratko Mladic guilty on 10 counts including genocide

‘Butcher of Bosnia’ found guilty of genocide

UN judges sentenced Ratko Mladic to life imprisonment after finding him guilty of war crimes in the brutal Balkans conflicts over two decades ago.

US suspends military, financial assistance to Egypt

Washington says it has stopped shipments of major military hardware and halted $260-million in cash aid to Egypt’s military leaders.

US, Russia reach deal on Syria weapons

On day three of talks between the United States and Russia, the two agree to eliminate Syria’s chemical weapons by mid 2014.

US Secretary of State John Kerry.

Syria: Diplomatic drive intensifies

The US and Russia were to hold a third day of complex talks, seeking to hammer out a deal on eliminating Syria’s arsenal of chemical weapons.

Angry Clinton denies Benghazi cover-up

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has slammed charges made by Republicans of a cover-up over the deadly Benghazi attack.

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

Hillary Clinton to return to work on Monday

Hillary Clinton is due to return to work after a month-long absence caused by a series of health scares, including a blood clot in her head.

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

Clinton takes responsibility for handling of Libya attack

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has taken the blame for any shortcomings in the handling of an attack last month on the US mission in Libya.

A Libyan security guard holds a slogan

Clinton denies any advance warning of Libya attack

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has denied that Washington was warned of an imminent attack in Libya.

US defence budget cut after decade of growth

US Republicans arm for Congress battles

US Republicans eagerly geared up for battle in Congress this week, warning Democrats of an aggressive push to slash spending.

Washington gears up for dawning of Obama era

Excitement is swelling across the United States and the world as Barack Obama prepares to be sworn in Tuesday.

Growing up in the White House fishbowl

In less than a week’s time Malia and Sasha Obama will move into one of the world’s most coveted residences, thrust back into the global spotlight.

Clinton faces world of challenges as top US diplomat

Hillary Clinton may have fallen short in her quest to become president, but as secretary of state she will have a unique opportunity.

Obama momentum builds in White House race

Barack Obama moved closer to sewing up the Democratic presidential nomination on Friday with more superdelegates rallying to his side, as rival Hillary Clinton fought on despite…

Ralph Nader takes another shot at White House

The presidential forays of Ralph Nader have turned him into one of the most divisive figures in US politics. Already on Sunday reaction was swift among Democrats to the news that…

Space clothes save the lives of earthlings

From bras and baby suits equipped with monitors to tough suits to protect sportspeople and adventurers from the hazards of life on earth, space technology is boldly pushing back…

Film that pans Berlusconi tipped at Cannes

A searing indictment of former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi wrapped into a tender story of one man’s bid to overcome failure won a rapturous welcome from Cannes…

Almodóvar goes back to roots with hymn to women

Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar went back to his roots on Friday, paying homage to his mother and all women in his haunting film Volver, already hotly-tipped for the coveted…

Almodóvar goes back to roots with hymn to women

Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar went back to his roots on Friday, paying homage to his mother and all women in his haunting film Volver, already hotly-tipped for the coveted…

Critics crucify Da Vinci Code in Cannes

Critics on Wednesday crucified Hollywood’s hotly awaited film of the runaway bestseller, The Da Vinci Code, ahead of its glittering premiere at the Cannes Film Festival. Several…