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Are Iran’s protests different this time around?
The unprecedented convergence of internal and external pressures makes these protests distinct.
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‘My leg went to heaven before me’: Israeli war extinguishes Gaza childhoods
After more than two years of a genocidal war, wounded and traumatised Palestinian children stare at an uncertain future.
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At least 22 people killed when crane falls on train in northeast Thailand
The train, travelling from Bangkok to northeast Thailand, derails when a construction crane falls on it.
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As hate spirals in India, Hindu extremists turn to Christian targets
Anti-Muslim violence has soared for more than a decade under Indian PM Modi. Now, Christians face the brunt, too.
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Venezuela’s top lawmaker says more than 400 prisoners have been released
The announcement contradicts claims from local rights groups that no more than 70 prisoners have been freed.
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US senators introduce bill to stop Trump seizing Greenland
The bipartisan bill would bar funding for any move to occupy or annex the territory of a NATO member state.
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Iran protests live: Tehran says President Trump’s goal is regime change
Tehran says US seeking to 'manufacture pretext for military intervention' as President Trump warns of 'strong action'.
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Unsung US civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin dies, aged 86
Colvin's arrest for not giving up her seat on a segregated bus helped ignite the modern civil rights movement.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,420
These are the key developments from day 1,420 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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What’s at stake in Uganda’s presidential election?
Yoweri Museveni's main challenger is musician Bobi Wine.
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US to end deportation protections for Somalis
The decision is expected to affect about 1,100 people and is likely to face legal challenges.
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UN chief warns he could refer Israel to ICJ over laws targetting UNRWA
In October 2024, Israel passed a law banning the agency for Palestinian refugees in Israel and occupied East Jerusalem.
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UN chief warns he could refer Israel to ICJ over laws targeting UNRWA
In October 2024, Israel passed a law banning the agency for Palestinian refugees in Israel and occupied East Jerusalem.
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Trump says trade agreement with Mexico, Canada ‘irrelevant’ to US
But car makers have urged an extension to the USMCA, saying it is crucial to US auto production.
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Trump says trade agreement with Mexico, Canada ‘irrelevant’ to US
But car makers have urged an extension to the USMCA, saying it is crucial to US auto production.
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Clintons reject US Congress subpoena to testify in Epstein investigation
Former US president and former secretary of state accuse Republicans of seeking to 'harass and embarrass' with probe.
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Clintons reject US Congress subpoena to testify in Epstein investigation
Former US president and former secretary of state accuse Republicans of seeking to 'harass and embarrass' with probe.
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Minnesota protesters square off with ICE after deadly shooting
Protesters in Minneapolis, Minnesota confronted federal agents days after an ICE agent fatally shot Renee Nicole Good.
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Minnesota protesters square off with ICE after deadly shooting
Protesters in Minneapolis, Minnesota confronted federal agents days after an ICE agent fatally shot Renee Nicole Good.
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South Korea prosecutors seek death penalty for ex-President Yoon
Prosecutors say Yoon, who was impeached over a failed 2024 martial law declaration, threatened 'constitutional order'.
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