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U.S. flying cyclone aid to "outpost of tyranny"

YANGON (Reuters) - The United States was set to fly relief supplies on Monday to Myanmar, a country it has called an "outpost of tyranny," as aid continues to dribble into the reclusive state nine days after a devastating cyclone.
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Hezbollah rocks eastern villages

A Hezbollah assault forces several villages loyal to a pro-government leader to hand control to Lebanon's army.

Burma eases restrictions on aid

Increased amounts of aid reach cyclone-hit Burma amid signs the government is easing restrictions on access.

Serbian reformers claim victory

Serbian President Boris Tadic's pro-EU alliance declares victory in elections but falls short of a majority.



Getting aid to Myanmar still a struggle
Ever since a massive cyclone swamped the nation of Myanmar last week, only a fraction of the displaced population has received aid. International relief agencies are scrambling to figure out how to deal with the country's xenophobic rulers. John Dimsdale reports.

Chavez's terrorist ties raise oil prices
The price of oil jumped to $126 a barrel on news that Venezuela President Hugo Chavez may have closer ties than initially suspected with the Columbian terrorist group FARC -- raising fears of U.S. sanctions on his oil-rich nation. Dan Grech reports.

Wealthy nations buying up land for food
Nations such as Saudi Arabia are seeking to ensure their future food supplies by buying up productive agricultural land in other countries. Sam Eaton reports.