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BREAKING NEWS: Taliban defence minister denies capture of US special forces troops... 'Limited contacts' hamper moves to free British journalist...

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	Taliban minister denies capture of US troops The Taliban's defence minister is denying they have captured US special forces troops. More President George W Bush says the US is in hot pursuit of the terrorists behind the September 11 attacks, and confirms that special forces have been operating inside Afghanistan. More
A man describes his escape after seeing a hijacked plane heading straight for him on the 81st floor of the Trade Centre. More

Captured journalist's father breaks down in tears
The father of British journalist Yvonne Ridley, seized by the Taliban in Afghanistan, broke down in tears as he spoke about his daughter. More

The United Nations Security Council is demanding that all countries take sweeping measures to crack down on terrorism.

Pilots are warned they could be shot down if they enter restricted US airspace. More

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	Intense security for Labour conference Massive security measures are being finalised in Brighton to protect the Labour Party conference from the dual threats of terrorism and anarchist demonstrators. More Have all the news from the Labour Party conference sent to your inbox and WAP

Trimble condemns murder of journalist Ulster Unionist leader David Trimble is condemning the murder of well-known Northern Ireland journalist Martin O'Hagan who was shot in front of his wife. More Get updates from Northern Ireland by email and WAP

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	Teenager killed and scores injured in Gaza Strip clashes A 17-year-old Palestinian was shot and killed by Israeli troops today during clashes in the Gaza Strip, and at least 50 more have been injured. More
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