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Lebanon in mourning after double suicide bombing

Lebanon was in mourning the day after a double suicide bombing outside the Iranian embassy in Beirut killed at least 23 people on Tuesday, in an attack claimed by an Al-Qaeda-linked group. Duration: 00:39

Nov 20, 2013

Filipino communities rally to help hungry typhoon victims

Relief goods from private donors and neighbouring communities spared by the typhoon are being distributed to remote villages in Eastern Samar province. Duration: 01:05

Nov 20, 2013

Britain's Hague marks anniversary of Istanbul bombings

British Foreign Secretary William Hague attended a ceremony marking the 10th anniversary of the 2003 Istanbul bombings on Tuesday, in which Al-Qaeda attacked the British consulate, an HSBC bank and synagogues, killing 63 people. Duration: 00:40

Nov 20, 2013

Spate of Baghdad blasts kills at least 33

A wave of attacks, most of them car bombs targeting Shiite neighbourhoods, rocked Baghdad on Wednesday, killing at least 33 people in the latest bout of bloodshed to hit Iraq. Duration: 00:38

Nov 20, 2013

Despite 'Obamacare' roll-out, poor still face healthcare lottery

As President Obama's new healthcare law struggles to get off the ground, AFPTV visits a clinic which holds a lottery to choose who will get free medical care. Duration: 02:32

Nov 20, 2013

Hamas announces birth of two lion cubs in Gaza

A lion and a lioness gave birth to two cubs at a zoo in the northern Gaza Strip town of Beit Lahia. Duration: 00:41

Nov 20, 2013

Security camera footage shows Beirut blast

Lebanese television Al-Mayadeen released security camera footage showing the second blast in a double suicide bombing outside the Iranian embassy in Beirut. Duration: 00:31

Nov 20, 2013

New game consoles rub shoulders on French market

It's XboxOne versus Playstation 4 in France as the opponents' new platforms are launched this month. Duration: 01:07

Nov 20, 2013

Obama on possible Iran deal, immigration reform

Speaking at the Wall Street Journal's annual CEO Council, US President Barack Obama says he does not know whether world powers will clinch an interim deal with Iran over its nuclear program during talks this week. Duration: 00:48

Nov 20, 2013

At least 11 dead in flooded Iraq

Flooding in central and southern Iraq killed at least 11 people as rising waters swamped city streets and toppled buildings, sparking anger over the dilapidated sewage system, officials said Wednesday.

Nov 20, 2013

Thai ruling party escapes punishment in key court ruling

Thailand's ruling party escapes the threat of dissolution in a key court verdict, as political rivals rally in Bangkok. Duration: 00:49

Nov 20, 2013

Former US president pleased with Nepal election

As Nepalese officials count votes, former US president and election observer Jimmy Carter tells AFP the high poll turnout will be crucial in cementing a peace process seven years after a civil war ended. Duration: 00:49

Nov 20, 2013

Khamenei says no retreat on Iran nuclear ahead of talks

Iran's top decision-maker Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Wednesday he will not allow any "retreat" on Tehran's nuclear rights, ahead of a new round of talks with world powers. Duration: 00:45

Nov 20, 2013

Obamas and Clintons honor Kennedy at grave site

Democratic presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, along with First Lady Michelle Obama and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, honored John F. Kennedy at the former US leader's grave. Duration: 00:41

Nov 20, 2013

Continued lack of implementation of special package for Gilgit Baltistan

Gilgit Baltistan, Nov 19: A Special Package was introduced for Gilgit Baltistan, a few years ago. The idea was to empower the beleaguered people of the region through promulgation of rights and liberties for their emancipation, and provide healthcare, education and proper sanitation services towards basic needs. But all the promises made by Pakistan in this Special Package were left unfulfilled, and came to a naught.

Nov 19, 2013