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South Korea ex-defence minister accused of role in martial law tries to commit suicide, official says

EU lawmakers endorse Von der Leyen's new European Commission

Analysis-Japan PM candidate Koizumi talks of change, but rivals could alter US diplomacy

Kremlin declines comment after deadly shootout at Russia's largest online retailer

Greece plans to buy fourth frigate, cruise missiles from France

Husband of Russia's richest woman arrested on murder charge after office shootout

Two dead after shooting at Moscow office of Russia's Wildberries

Japan prime minister hopeful Kono says govts should not intervene in deals

Greece to set up its first sovereign wealth fund, reform posting, bus services

France and Belgium strengthen their cooperation in land defence

South Africa's trade and competition minister Patel to exit cabinet after election

US imposes sanctions after aborted sale of Russian tycoon stake

Acquisition of Budapest Airport may conclude within days, says PM Orban