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Iran weighs cost of retaliation against Israel
The Quincy Institute’s Trita Parsi argues that Iran’s top priority is to avoid direct confrontation with the US.
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‘Not prisoners but students’: Inside Argentina’s in-prison universities
By age 14, Waldemar Cubilla ran afoul of the law. But behind bars, his love of education would help others find freedom.
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Why are there questions about arrests of Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel leaders?
Mexico asks the US to reveal the circumstances surrounding the arrests of 'El Mayo' Zambada and Joaquin Guzman Lopez.
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From Curry to Medina: Five best photos from the Paris Olympics 2024
After 18 days of competition and countless memories, the Paris Olympics are now behind us. Here are five top photos.
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Kenya cult leader Paul Mackenzie on trial for manslaughter
The self-proclaimed pastor faces charges of murder, child torture and terrorism after the deaths of over 400 people.
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Man arrested after child stabbed in London’s Leicester Square
An 11-year-old girl and 34-year-old woman were injured in central London, UK police say.
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Strait of Hormuz: Why it Matters
How recent global tensions could threaten the Strait of Hormuz.
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In Gaza, education is resistance
Israel’s destruction of Gaza’s schools is meant to quash the Palestinian spirit of resistance through learning.
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In Gaza, education is resistance
Israel’s destruction of Gaza’s schools is meant to quash the Palestinian spirit of resistance through learning.
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What does Sheikh Hasina’s resignation mean for India-Bangladesh relations?
India views the events in Bangladesh as a setback for security, trade and connectivity and a possible loss of influence.
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What does Sheikh Hasina’s resignation mean for India-Bangladesh relations?
India views the events in Bangladesh as a setback for security, trade and connectivity and a possible loss of influence.
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Gaza, Ukraine conflicts increasing Geneva Conventions violations: Red Cross
International humanitarian law violations should not be normalised, ICRC warns, noting 120 global conflicts.
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Has Ukraine’s incursion into Russia’s Kursk changed dynamics of the war?
The incursion surprised Moscow, with analysts saying the attack will change the course of the war.
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Ukraine arrests energy official as it continues anti-corruption drive
Kyiv has been working hard to try to tame corruption among state officials.
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Pakistan’s first gold medalist in 40 years gets hero’s welcome
Pakistan’s gold medalist Arshad Nadeem was greeted by thousands of cheering fans as he returned home from Paris.
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Pakistan’s first gold medalist in 40 years gets hero’s welcome
Pakistan’s gold medalist Arshad Nadeem was greeted by thousands of cheering fans as he returned home from Paris.
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Firefighters battle Greece wildfires spreading towards Athens
Firefighters battle Greece wildfires spreading towards Athens.
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Firefighters battle Greece wildfires spreading towards Athens
Firefighters battle Greece wildfires spreading towards Athens.
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Is Africa experiencing a protest-led revolution?
Some analysts say an 'African Spring' is in the making amid youth-led protests in Kenya, Uganda and Nigeria.
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Is Africa experiencing a protest-led revolution?
Some analysts say an 'African Spring' is in the making amid youth-led protests in Kenya, Uganda and Nigeria.
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