Israel test fires missile amid Syria strike anxiety
Officials say test launch over eastern Mediterranean was part of joint military exercises with U.S.
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Syria crisis has created 2 million refugees, U.N. says
High Commissioner for Refugees warns 3.5 million Syrian refugees expected by the end of the year; "the great tragedy of this century"
A skeptical Congress begins grilling Obama's team on Syria
Lawmakers have cut short their summer vacations to question administration about president's desire to launch military strike on Syria
French report concludes Syria regime used chemical weapons
Intelligence synopsis comes on the dovetail of a similar report by the U.S. government; France has backed Obama's call for military strike
Assad: U.S. strike could trigger broader war in Mideast "powder keg"
Syrian leader warns of "chaos and extremism" if U.S. goes ahead with military strike; French intel also accuses regime of chemical attack
Russia plans delegation to sway Congress on Syria strike
Russia has sent legislators to the U.S. before to try to persuade Congress about pending legislation.
Syria: Strikes would "tarnish" U.S. image in Mideast
Syrian deputy foreign minister tells CBS News a U.S. military intervention in his nation would only help al Qaeda
Who are Obama's foreign backers for Syria strikes?
President wants as much international support for military intervention as possible, but few are jumping at the invite
Solar-powered lights stem sex assaults in Somalia
In packed refugee camps in Somalia, women have long been afraid of venturing out after dark, but modern tech may be alleviating that
Obama risks looking "even more isolated" on Syria after Congressional vote
There are widespread implications to President Obama's move to involve Congress on the decision over military intervention in Syria
Leaks, elevated radiation plague Fukushima nuclear plant
Ability of Japan plant's operators to contain their disaster called into question as leaks still spill into the ground and sea
Nelson Mandela spends 1st night back at home
Former South African president still in critical condition; intensive care set up in his Johannesburg home
Lawmakers warn Syria vote could fail
Some express optimism that Congress will authorize the use of force in retaliation for a Syrian chemical attack; others aren't so sure
Suicide bombers hit U.S. Afghan base near Pakistan
Officials: Gunfight followed, key supply route closed, 3 assailants dead, no NATO casualties; Taliban claims responsibility for the attack
Report: NSA spied on Brazilian, Mexican presidents
Latest documents leaded by Edward Snowden reveal that National Security Agency targeted the two leaders, according to journalist Glenn Greenwald
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