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Aleppo Evacuation Delayed
Syrian authorities demand the liberation of pro-government fighters from nearby towns
The planned evacuation of Syrian rebels and civilians from eastern Aleppo has been delayed by government demands for rebel groups to free pro-government fighters from nearby towns.
The US limits the delivery of arms sales to Saudi Arabia following concerns over civilian casualties linked to air strikes in Yemen.
An Irishman--who was arrested during anti-government protests in Cairo in August 2013-- has had his trial adjourned for the 17th time.
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