World Update from BBC News
Russia cuts transit gas by fifthRussia's Gazprom cuts gas transiting Ukraine by a fifth, accusing Kiev of stealing gas intended for EU states.Turkey rehabilitates poet HikmetTurkey is to restore the citizenship of one of its most illustrious writers, the late Nazim Hikmet.US vows 'huge' marine protectionThe US is to establish "the largest area of protected sea in the world", banning fishing and mining, around its Pacific islands.Fighting flares outside Gaza CityMilitants engage Israeli forces near Gaza City as "friendly fire" kills three soldiers on the third night of the ground offensive.Japanese whaler reported missingRescuers hold out little hope of finding a Japanese sailor alive after he goes missing from a whaling ship in the Antarctic.Baby P official in sacking appealThe former head of children's services at the council at the centre of the Baby P case appeals against her dismissal.Obama says US economy 'very sick'US President-elect Barack Obama says that America's economy is very sick and that the situation is worsening.
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