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On visit to Southeast Asia’s largest mosque, Pope says battling climate change and religious extremism a common cause
Since his papacy began in 2013, Pope Francis has signaled his intention to build bridges with other faiths. The global...
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China’s Xi hails ‘best in history’ Africa ties, pledges military aid
China is enjoying its “best in history” ties with African nations, leader Xi Jinping said on Thursday, as he pledged...
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Man on trial in France accused of repeatedly drugging and having his wife raped by at least 50 strangers for almost 10 years
A man is on trial accused of repeatedly drugging and raping his wife, as well as encouraging dozens of other...
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Hamas’ brutal new tactics signal new phase in war and hostage crisis
With its announcement that militants guarding Israeli hostages in the buildings and tunnels of Gaza had “new instructions” to kill...
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Dozens killed in Russian strike on military educational facility in central Ukraine
A Russian strike against a military educational facility in central Ukraine killed 47 people and injured at least 206 others,...
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At least 12 dead after boat carrying migrants sinks in the English Channel
At least 12 people died when a migrant boat capsized off the coast of Cap Gris-Nez, in northern France, on Tuesday, according...
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Uganda’s main opposition leader Bobi Wine ‘seriously injured’ during police confrontation, his party says
Uganda’s main opposition leader Bobi Wine has been “seriously injured” in a confrontation with police, his party the National Unity...
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Man accused of plotting wife’s rape by at least 50 strangers over almost 10 years in French trial
A man is on trial accused of repeatedly drugging and raping his wife, as well as encouraging dozens of other...
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China kicks off major African summit as it seeks to woo leaders amid pressure from the West
Delegations from dozens of African countries are gathering in Beijing for a three-day summit set to see China showcase itself...
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Iran summons Australian ambassador over post that ‘promoted homosexuality’
A series of smiling Instagram photos of diplomats wearing purple and enjoying cupcakes has caused a spat between Iran and...
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