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Latest News Jun. 19, 2013 - Updated 08:57 UTC

The US government says that its special envoy will soon leave the United States for Qatar and other destinations to hold talks with Afghan Taliban insurgents. This could pave the way for peace in Afghanistan.<br>

US official: US-Taliban talks likely soon

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• NSA: Surveillance thwarts attacks on NYSE, subway

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• G8 leaders wrap up summit in Northern Ireland

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• New nuclear plant safety guidelines decided

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