The U.S. Senate advanced legislation on Wednesday intended to limit President Donald Trump's ability to wage war against Iran, paving the way for a final vote as eight Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the war powers resolution.

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Trump says he does not mind if Philippines cuts military pact with U.S
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday brushed aside the decision of Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte to end a decades-old military agreement with United States, saying he didn't really mind and it would save money.

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The International Monetary Fund stands ready to provide advice and technical assistance to Lebanon in its efforts to avoid a financial collapse, a spokesman for the global lender said, confirming the government had asked for help.

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Venezuelan opposition leader Guaido accuses government of detaining uncle
Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido on Wednesday called President Nicolas Maduro "cowardly" for allegedly detaining his uncle, who has been reported missing since they arrived at Caracas' main airport on Tuesday.

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Kenya pledges 'valley of peace' legacy as veteran leader Moi buried
Kenya's deputy president pledged to unite the country in honour of Daniel Arap Moi, its longest-ruling president, who was buried at his sprawling estate in the Rift Valley on Wednesday.

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Italian Senate lifts immunity of defiant Salvini over migrant boat
Italian senators voted on Wednesday to lift immunity for far-right leader Matteo Salvini, opening the way for a potentially career-ending trial over accusations that he illegally detained migrants at sea last year.

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