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Analysis: Hague's resignation as British foreign secretary

Phillip Hammond replaces UK foreign secretary after serving just over four years in post.

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The West and Iran - A muddle and a mistake

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UK resumes ties with Iran

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Jews laud Hague’s restitution letter


EU sanctions 32 Iran officials for human-rights violations

UK’s Hague protests excessive use of death penalty on vague charges in Iran; says 32 are "responsible, instrumental" in Tehran's policies.

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April 7: More on Judge Richard Goldstone and his reversal

I was appalled (but not surprised) at the British government’s almost disappointed reaction to Judge Richard Goldstone’s op-ed.

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Vatican: Airstrikes killed 40 civilians in Tripoli

Catholic official in Tripoli says "so-called humanitarian raids have killed dozens;" UK's Hague calls for Gaddafi cabinet members to defect.

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Libyan rebels say Gaddafi forces use human shields

Ban: We fear thousands dead in Libya; Arab League reaffirms "respect" for no-fly zone; UK defense secretary says West may hit Gaddafi.

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Ban: We fear a humanitarian crisis, thousands dead in Libya

Arab League reaffirms "respect" for no-fly zone resolution; UK Defense Secretary says West may hit Libyan leader, as air strikes continue in the east and Gulf Arabs defend involvement in Libya.

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Strikes resume in Libya: 'Gaddafi may be a target'

UK Defense Secretary says West may hit Libyan leader, as air strikes continue in the east and Gulf Arabs defend involvement in Libya; Hague: Arab League supports no-fly zone enforcement.

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Who wants a no-fly zone over Libya?

European powers are working on a Security Council resolution allowing for a no-fly zone with Gulf State support; US won't lead the effort.

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UK: Regional uncertainty mustn't affect peace process

During meeting with Abbas, Hague says Hamas "should not be allowed to stifle the democratic expression of Palestinian opinion."

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Gaddafi dismisses sanctions, says rebels will be defeated

"The people of Libya support me, small groups of rebels are surrounded and will be dealt with," Libyan leader says in phone interview.

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Saif Gaddafi denies media reports of turmoil in Libya

Anti-Gaddafi rebels take over city closest to Tripoli; UK revokes Gaddafi and family's diplomatic immunity; 100,000 refugees flee Libya.

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