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Russia said today that a withdrawal of troops from the separatist-held Georgian region of South Ossetia was "being considered", but denied reports that the pullout had begun. The commander of Russian forces in Georgia said earlier that some troops were moving out of South Ossetia. Speaking outside the strategic Georgian city of Gori, Major General Vyachislav Borisov told the Associated Press that a "planned withdrawal" approved by the Russian president, Dmitry Medvedev, was under way. Minutes l... Read More

For more than three decades, Filipino Muslims have been demanding greater autonomy in a country dominated by Christians. It is a dream that has fueled Islamic separatism in the Philippines, and embroiled Mindanao, the southern region where most Muslims live, in a cycle of violence and conflict. Earlier this month, the Moro Islamic Liberation Front, the main separatist group, and the administration of President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo thought they had finally achieved a pact that would make tha... Read More