Iran rejected a UN-brokered nuclear deal Wednesday that would have sent its uranium stockpile abroad. The Obama administration
is now under pressure to make good on its promises of 'consequences.'
The White House criticized Israel's decision to expand the Gilo settlement in East Jerusalem Tuesday. New settlement activity
on West Bank land annexed to Jerusalem harms Middle East peace efforts, a spokesman said.
UN agency says construction is advanced at Qom uranium enrichment plant, a newly revealed part of the Iran nuclear program.
But no centrifuges are installed yet.
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20 innovative programs that have helped feed people worldwide.
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