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Saudi Arabia looks for military allies
Saudi Arabia is putting together a Muslim alliance to counter so-called Islamic State.
Saudi Arabia has begun putting together a military alliance of Muslim countries to take the fight to so-called Islamic State. It's early days, but this looks like one more piece in an increasingly elaborate jigsaw of efforts to counter IS. Also in this programme/podcast: Colombia takes a big step towards peace; Jacob Zuma takes a big hit over a appointing then sacking within days his finance minister; and Ed Sheeran takes a break from social media.
Photo: Saudi security forces on parade
Credit: AP
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