Iraqi president suffers stroke
The Iraqi President Jalal Talabani is in a "stable but critical condition" after suffering a stroke, according to government sources. He is being treated in hospital.
Iraqi President in hospital with unknown health problem
Iraqi President Jalal Talabani is in hospital receiving treatment for an unspecified health problem, his office has announced.
A statement on the office's website said Mr Talabani was taken to hospital last night after showing signs of fatigue.
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