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45th anniversary of Islamic Revolution celebrated in Rome
Feb 11, 2024 06:36The Iranian Embassy to the Holy See has celebrated the 45th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution with a reception held in Rome and attended by tens of diplomats and officials. Attendees have stressed the importance of remaining open to dialogue at a time when divides between nations grow deeper and wider.
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US and German leaders pressure US Congress for Ukraine aid
Feb 11, 2024 05:11German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and President Joe Biden urged US lawmakers to approve a long-delayed military aid package for Ukraine, warning that Kiev could not defend itself against Russia without it.
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At least six killed in anti-Muslim violence after mosque demolition in India
Feb 11, 2024 04:59At least six people have been killed in India and dozens severely injured during communal clashes against Muslims after the demolition of a mosque and an adjoining madrasa by the authorities in the northern State of Uttarakhand.
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Putin says 'impossible' to defeat Russia, has no interest in expanding war
Feb 09, 2024 11:46President Vladimir Putin has warned the West against underestimating Russia, saying it is "impossible" to defeat his country in Ukraine, but that Moscow does not intend to expand the war to Poland and Latvia.
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South Africa FM says Israel trying to 'intimidate' her over ICJ case
Feb 09, 2024 11:46South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor denounced the Israeli intelligence agency's attempts to "intimidate" her over the Israeli genocide case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and reaffirmed Pretoria's support for the Palestinians.
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Nicaragua asks to join South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at ICJ
Feb 09, 2024 08:22Nicaragua has formally asked to join South Africa in its genocide case against Israel in the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the UN's top court says.
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Pakistan holds general elections amid violence
Feb 09, 2024 08:22Millions of Pakistanis cast their ballots to determine the future leadership of the nation. The closure of polling stations in Pakistan marks the culmination of the general elections day, overshadowed by deadly violence and the suspension of internet and phone services in the country.
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Supreme Court starts ‘insurrection’ trial which may ban Trump from office
Feb 09, 2024 08:20The United States Supreme Court has begun an unprecedented hearing which could see ex-President Donald Trump barred from November’s election. The case could throw the United States into political chaos and cultural war, and a quick verdict is expected later this month.
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Venezuela vows 'forceful' response if oil drilling begins in disputed Guyana waters
Feb 09, 2024 08:20Venezuela has vowed a "forceful response" if oil drilling begins in the disputed waters controlled by neighboring Guyana, as announced by US oil company ExxonMobil this week.
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Pakistan counts votes after polling day hit by suspension of mobile services
Feb 09, 2024 05:54Pakistan has begun counting votes after polling ended in a general election that witnessed terrorist attacks and the suspension of mobile services.