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Radio 4,13 Dec 2016,45 mins

Fighting ends in eastern Aleppo

The World Tonight

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The battle in Syria's second city ends after fierce bombardment of rebel strongholds. We speak to a pro-government MP in the city and former foreign secretary David Miliband. Our hospitals are busier than ever - but what does it mean for patient safety? Andrew Hosken investigates. And as Donald Trump's new Secretary of State is announced, we ask if Rex Tillerson's Russian ties and business acumen will be a benefit or hindrance in his new role.

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