Opinion – Mexico shamefully joins Russia, Venezuela in backing Cuba’s dictatorship For 30 years, the Soviet Union was the main supporter of Cuba’s communist dictatorship, […]
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Israel kills at least 30 Palestinians in Rafah, new Gaza ceasefire talks expected in Cairo
CAIRO, April 29 (Reuters) – Israeli airstrikes on three houses in the southern Gaza city of Rafah killed at least 25 Palestinians and wounded many […]
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Humza Yousaf quits as Scotland’s first minister in boost to Labour’s chances in UK vote
LONDON April 29 (Reuters) – Scotland’s leader Humza Yousaf resigned on Monday, further opening the door to the UK opposition Labour Party regaining ground in […]
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Jewish settlers set their sights on Gaza beachfront
Who wouldn’t want a house on the beach? For some on Israel’s far-right, desirable beachfront now includes the sands of Gaza. Just ask Daniella Weiss, […]
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Mourners gather in Moscow for Alexei Navalny’s funeral despite arrest fears
Defiant mourners gathered in Moscow for the funeral of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny on Friday, despite concerns they could face a heavy-handed response or […]
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In North Carolina, vote will be a test of new, tighter election laws — and of voters’ faith
DURHAM, N.C. — On the last Sunday of February, a sea of sharp suits and dresses flowed out of St. Joseph AME Church. Worship was […]
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Iran says US strikes are a ‘strategic mistake’
Iran has called US air strikes on Iraq and Syria a “strategic mistake” after 85 targets were hit across the region on Friday. The US […]
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Why did US wait to retaliate for drone attack on its troops?
Nearly a week after a drone strike in Jordan killed three US soldiers, retaliatory strikes against Iran-backed militias have begun. The strikes had been expected for […]
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South Korea passes law banning dog meat trade
The slaughter and sale of dogs for their meat is to become illegal in South Korea after MPs backed a new law. The legislation, set […]
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Boeing 737 Max 9: United Airlines find loose hardware in jet inspections
Bolts in need of “additional tightening” have been found during inspections of Boeing 737 Max 9s, United Airlines has said. United Airlines said “installation issues” […]
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Freed Hamas captives tell of fear, squalor and hunger
Bare benches for beds in “suffocating”, airless rooms. Little to no food. A child captive forced by Hamas to watch the carnage of 7 October […]
