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Ark Royal could be turned to scrap metal
As the MOD reveals that it is putting the HMS Ark Royal up for auction, Channel 4 News learns that one the likeliest destinations is a scrap metal yard.
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Syrian Government resigns after protests
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has accepted the resignation of the government. It follows protests across the country which have left dozens dead.
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Obama and Libya – and the big question: Why?
Our Washington Correspondent, Sarah Smith looks at the questions the Obama Administration is still to answer about its intervention in Libya.
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Around the Arab World in four uprisings
Jonathan Rugman has witnessed four uprisings – Tunisisa, Egypt, Libya and Bahrain – in less than four months. And when the dust finally settles, he sees democracy on the horizon in the Arab world.
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Around the Arab World in four uprisings
Jonathan Rugman has witnessed four Arab uprisings in less than four months and believes the fight for democracy will eventually prevail.
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Libya: Western alliance ‘reaching crunch point’
The alliance enforcing Libya’s no-fly zone is “reaching crunch point”, a former NATO consultant tells Channel 4 News, as Italy proposes a rival solution of a ceasefire and exile for Muammar Gaddafi.
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Protests erupt across Syria in support of Deraa dead
Protests erupt across Syria in support of those killed in Deraa, with reports of up to 100 dead as security forces fire on protesters. The situation is “explosive”, an expert tells Channel 4 News.
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Syria: the world is now watching as violence grips Deraa
As dozens die in violent clashes in Syria, John Sparks looks at why the deaths are now making international headlines.
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Bomb in Jerusalem coupled with Palestinian air strikes
Multiple injuries reported after a bomb exploded at a bus station in Jerusalem whilst Palestinian militia group launch rockets against other Israeli targets.
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Where can you get the UK’s cheapest petrol?
As the Chancellor cuts petrol duty by 1p a litre in the Budget, check out the Channel 4 News map of where in the UK you can buy the cheapest – and the most expensive – petrol.
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Inflation rises to two-year high
As Chancellor George Osborne puts the final touches to his Budget, inflation rises to its highest level for 28 months. It’s another hit for the “misery index”, as Economics Editor Faisal Islam writes.
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Obama supports Libya action, but it must be asked, why?
A man of decisive words more than decisive action over his time, President Obama has bucked the trend of his time in office announcing firm action in the mission against Gaddafi – but perhaps more words are needed to answer the question, just why he has got so involved?
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Can Gaddafi stay in power?
Although the rhetoric is more fierce by the hour, and French planes are already flying over Libya it seems increasingly plausible that Colonel Gaddafi will stay in place.
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Obama: UN Libya resolution ‘not negotiable’
After Libya declares a ceasefire in line with a UN resolution President Obama voices strong warning to Gaddafi to adhere to the terms of the agreement.
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Bahrain destroys symbolic Pearl Square statue
As part of it’s crackdown on pro-democracy protests, the Bahrani army has demolished the statue in Pearl Roundabout that has been a rallying point for demonstrators.