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Turkish heroin dealer, Albanian killer and Jordanian radical cleric are among hundreds of criminals protesting their human rights to stay in Britain

The decision to allow a Turkish heroin dealer to stay in Britain to protect his 'right to a family life' has prompted fresh scrutiny over the use of the European Convention on Human Rights by criminals seeking to dodge deportation. He was freed in 2013 and his lawyers have since used human rights laws to resist his deportation Somali-born Wahbi …

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5 days, 2 hours ago

Germany doubles arms exports to Ukraine, halves them to Israel in 2024

The Hindu

The German government has doubled its arms exports to Ukraine this year and halved them to Israel compared to 2023, data from the economy ministry showed on Wednesday. Being the main recipient country, Ukraine will have received weapons and other military equipment worth 8.1 billion euros, up from 4.4 billion euros last year. Germany has so far approved arms exports …

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US transfers Guantanamo Bay detainee to Kenya

CNN

CNN — The US has moved a detainee of the military prison at Guantanamo Bay to Kenya, marking the first detainee transfer in more than a year. Mohammed Abdul Malik Bajabu was transferred to Kenya nearly three years after a Periodic Review Board determined the “continued law of war detention … was no longer necessary” in December 2021, a release …

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2 weeks ago

Why fall of Bashar-al Assad in Syria threatens Russia across the Mediterranean, Africa and beyond

Firstpost

The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria poses a significant threat to Russia’s influence in key regions like the Mediterranean and Africa jeopardising its military footholds, alliances and long-term strategic objectives. This could weaken Russia’s influence not only in Syria but also in the Mediterranean, North Africa and Central Africa, regions where it has worked hard to grow its …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Pope creates 21 cardinals, many of them reformers in their own right, to carry out his reform plans

Associated Press

ROME — Pope Francis on Saturday installed 21 new cardinals, many of whom are key figures in his reform agenda: A Dominican preacher who acted as the spiritual father for Francis’ recent gathering of bishops, a Neapolitan “street priest” like himself, and a Peruvian bishop who has strongly backed his crackdown on abuse. The archbishop of Lima, Peru, Carlos Gustavo …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Algeria facing growing calls to release French-Algerian author Boualem Sansal

Associated Press

Politicians, writers and activists have called for the release of French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal, whose arrest in Algeria is seen as the latest instance of the stifling of creative expression in the military-dominated North African country. He added Sansal’s work “does honor to both his countries and to the values we cherish.” The European Parliament discussed Algeria’s repression of freedom …

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1 month ago

At least 6 mercenaries with Russia’s Wagner group killed in an extremist attack in Mali

Associated Press

DAKAR, Senegal — At least six Russian mercenaries were killed in an attack by an al-Qaida-linked group in central Mali, according to a statement by the extremists on its media platform. The group, known by its acronym, JNIM, said it ambushed a convoy of mercenaries working for the Wagner Group on Thursday in the Mopti region, killing fighters and burning …

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1 month ago

How has the UNSC voted since the beginning of Israel’s war on Gaza?

Al Jazeera

The US vetoed a Gaza ceasefire draft resolution; here are all the other Gaza resolutions the Security Council has voted on. Votes in favour: UAE, Russia, Mozambique, Gabon, China UAE, Russia, Mozambique, Gabon, China Votes against: US, UK, France, Japan US, UK, France, Japan Abstentions: Switzerland, Ghana, Ecuador, Brazil, Albania Switzerland, Ghana, Ecuador, Brazil, Albania October 18, 2023, draft resolution …

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1 month ago

Why ‘Maladaptation’ is a Key Word in COP29

The Hindu

Published : Nov 18, 2024 16:04 IST - 6 MINS READ Finance is the top agenda at COP29, underway in Baku, Azerbaijan. Developing countries also raised clarity issues with the term “transformational adaptation” at IPCC-61. At COP29 as well, developing country parties opposed references to “transformational adaptation” with the African group saying the term is a non-starter. “The scope for …

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1 month ago

AFCON Qualifiers: Mahrez scores as Algeria crushes Liberia 5-1

The Hindu

Former Manchester City star Riyad Mahrez scored as Algeria cruised to a 5-1 victory over Liberia on Sunday in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final-round qualifier. READ | UEFA Nations League: England thrashes Ireland with second-half goal rush Aissa Mandi, 33, equalised midway through the first half after Sampson Dweh had given Liberia a shock sixth-minute lead. Captain Mahrez …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Four-time champions Ghana out of AFCON 2025 after 1-1 draw with Angola

Al Jazeera

The Black Stars needed two wins in their last two qualifying games and are now left at bottom place in Group F. Ghana have failed to reach the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time since 2004 after drawing with Angola 1-1 in their qualifying match. The Black Stars needed a win in their penultimate group game on Friday …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Ivory Coast, Equatorial Guinea qualify for Africa Cup of Nations 2025

The Hindu

Holders Ivory Coast and Equatorial Guinea became the latest countries to qualify for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations finals but did not have to kick a ball to do so, as the penultimate round of qualifiers began on Wednesday. Equatorial Guinea, who was a surprise package at the last finals, sits on seven points from its four matches, while …

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1 month, 1 week ago

China-built railway plant starts operating in Algeria

China Daily

A new railway sleeper plant built by China Railway Construction Corporation begins operations in the Tindouf province of western Algeria on Nov 10, 2024. A new railway sleeper plant built by China Railway Construction Corporation began operations in the Tindouf province of western Algeria on Sunday, marking a significant milestone in the launch of a major railway infrastructure project. Mustapha …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Iran holds conference to commemorate slain Hezbollah leader Nasrallah

China Daily

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-11-09 21:24 TEHRAN -- Iran on Saturday held a conference to commemorate former Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah on the 40th day after his death in an Israeli airstrike in the Lebanese capital Beirut in late September. Speaking at the conference titled "Nasrallah's School of Thought," the Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi highlighted the harmful consequences …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

The gender controversy ignited at the Paris Games in August when Khelif defeated Angela Carini in 46 seconds in her opening bout.

The Hindu

Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who defied a row over her gender eligibility to win Olympic gold, is taking legal action over media reports about leaked medical records, the International Olympic Committee said on Wednesday. The gender controversy ignited at the Paris Games in August when Khelif defeated Angela Carini in 46 seconds in her opening bout, the Italian reduced …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

North Korean test of ICBM is condemned by two-thirds of UN Security Council

The Independent

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Martina Navratilova slams Imane Khelif after report claimed Olympics boxer is a biological man

Daily Mail

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova has seized upon an unverified report about gold medalist Imane Khelif's gender to double down on her claim that the Algerian boxer should not have been allowed to fight women at the Paris Olympics. Following the Olympics, Khelif filed a cyberbullying complaint in France that reportedly named critics like JK Rowling and Elon Musk, among others …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Algerian Government Pardons Journalist Ihsane El Kadi, Releasing 8 Others in Amnesty Gesture

Associated Press

Algeria releases a journalist, Ihsane El Kadi, who emerged as a key voice during the 2019 pro-democracy protests. El Kadi was imprisoned for taking foreign funding for his media outlets and threatening state security. His release coincides with the 70th anniversary of the start of Algeria's revolution.

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

UN extends mandate for UN peacekeepers in Western Sahara, with Algeria protesting over human rights

The Independent

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

France's Macron Wins Over Moroccan Fans with Football Diplomacy in Western Sahara

Hindustan Times

French President Emmanuel Macron has won Moroccan cheers on the Western Sahara issue, reiterating his statement made in July that paved the way for warmer relations with Rabat. France's Macron expressed his belief that the present and future of Western Sahara should belong to Morocco, highlighting the historical and economic ties between the two countries. The French leader also addressed …

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Israel's Strike on Iran: A Blow to Russia's Arms Industry Reputation

Live Mint

Israel's airstrikes on Iran's missile production facilities and critical infrastructure hit Russian arms industry's once-strong image. The strikes demonstrate Israel's deep intelligence penetration of Iran and its ability to penetrate Russia's missile-defense system despite the country's large-scale invasion of Ukraine.

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

BRICS: A Counterweight to G7 Rich Nations

New Indian Express

The BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, marked a significant milestone in the bloc's history. It saw the resumption of formal bilateral talks between India and China, signifying a thaw in their frosty relations. The summit also welcomed 13 new countries as partners, taking the BRICS influence and size to greater levels. This expansion is expected to challenge the dominance of …

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BRICS: A Counterweight to the Global Powerhouse G7

New Indian Express

The BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, marked a significant milestone in the bloc's history. It saw the inclusion of 13 new countries as partners, solidifying BRICS's global influence and expanding its economic reach to encompass 2.8 billion people. The summit also saw the resumption of formal bilateral talks between India and China, signifying a thaw in their frosty relations. BRICS …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Lebanon Placed on Financial Laundering Grey List, Impact on Investment and Relations

Al Jazeera

Lebanon has been added to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) 'grey list' of nations subject to increased monitoring of financial transactions. The grey list is a tool used by the FATF to identify countries that are considered high-risk for money laundering and terrorist financing. Lebanon has been in a financial crisis since 2019 and faces growing damage from Israeli …

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Turkish heroin dealer, Albanian killer and Jordanian radical cleric are among hundreds of criminals protesting their human rights to stay in Britain

Germany doubles arms exports to Ukraine, halves them to Israel in 2024

US transfers Guantanamo Bay detainee to Kenya

Why fall of Bashar-al Assad in Syria threatens Russia across the Mediterranean, Africa and beyond

Pope creates 21 cardinals, many of them reformers in their own right, to carry out his reform plans

Algeria facing growing calls to release French-Algerian author Boualem Sansal

At least 6 mercenaries with Russia’s Wagner group killed in an extremist attack in Mali

How has the UNSC voted since the beginning of Israel’s war on Gaza?

Why ‘Maladaptation’ is a Key Word in COP29

AFCON Qualifiers: Mahrez scores as Algeria crushes Liberia 5-1

Four-time champions Ghana out of AFCON 2025 after 1-1 draw with Angola

Ivory Coast, Equatorial Guinea qualify for Africa Cup of Nations 2025

China-built railway plant starts operating in Algeria

Iran holds conference to commemorate slain Hezbollah leader Nasrallah

The gender controversy ignited at the Paris Games in August when Khelif defeated Angela Carini in 46 seconds in her opening bout.

North Korean test of ICBM is condemned by two-thirds of UN Security Council

Martina Navratilova slams Imane Khelif after report claimed Olympics boxer is a biological man

Algerian Government Pardons Journalist Ihsane El Kadi, Releasing 8 Others in Amnesty Gesture

UN extends mandate for UN peacekeepers in Western Sahara, with Algeria protesting over human rights

France's Macron Wins Over Moroccan Fans with Football Diplomacy in Western Sahara

Israel's Strike on Iran: A Blow to Russia's Arms Industry Reputation

BRICS: A Counterweight to G7 Rich Nations

BRICS: A Counterweight to the Global Powerhouse G7

Lebanon Placed on Financial Laundering Grey List, Impact on Investment and Relations