Clinton upbeat on Putin, but no anti-missile deal
US and Russian Presidents on Sunday agreed there was an emerging missile threat from so-called rogue states, but not on how to tackle it.



Abu Sayyaf submits new demands; Philippines warns of military rescue
Islamic extremists holding 21 hostages on Monday submitted new demands as the Philippine govt warned it may opt to launch a military rescue to end the six-week stand-off if the rebels become "very unreasonable''.



Chandrika rules out future talks with LTTE
Toughening her stand, Sri Lankan President Chandrika Kumaratunga has ruled out immediate talks with the LTTE and said that any future peace dialogue would be on her conditions as the rebels have "lied and deceived" the international community.



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