Roma Fiumicino
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Mon, 2012-02-06 16:20
Western leaders call for a coalition to side with 'Syrian people' against Assad, and UN leader Ban says failed Security Council resolution gives Syria 'no license' to step up attacks on civilians.
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Romania's government collapsed today – the latest European government to give way amid popular resentment toward austerity measures.