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Denmark to set up temporary border control at border with Sweden next month

Denmark is to set up temporary border controls at the Swedish border next month over Swedes’ alleged attacks in capital Copenhagen.

Trump defends abandoning Syrian Kurds, says ‘they didn’t help US in WWII’

The American head of state says he made the right decision by abandoning America’s Kurdish allies in Syria because they didn’t fight alongside US forces in World War Two.

Millions of Muslims flock to Karbala in Iraq for Arba’een

Every year millions of Muslims from around the world head to the Iraqi city of Karbala to commemorate the Day of Arba’een.

2019 Volleyball World Cup: Iran 3-0 Tunisia

Over the 2019 Volleyball World Cup, Iran have bagged another victory after stunning Tunisia in straight sets at the event, which is currently underway in Japan.

Ankara’s operation in Syria could end in disaster: Analyst

Political commentator Mick Napier says Turkey’s military operation in northeastern Syria could be disastrous.

Iran calls on Turkey to immediately end offensive in northern Syria

Iran has called on Turkey to immediately end its military operation against Kurdish militants in northeast Syria and withdraw forces from the Arab country’s territory.

Palestinian prisoners suffering medical neglect: Report

Israeli authorities intentionally deny ill Palestinian prisoners access to medical care, leaving them to face deteriorating health and potential death as a result, a report says.

US meddling in favor of Argentinian candidate for IAEA chief post: Reporter

A Venezuelan reporter reveals the US meddling in favor of Argentina’s contender to become the next chief of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Knife-wielding man attacks Indonesia’s security minister

A knife-wielding man has attacked Indonesian Chief Security Minister Wiranto near his car during a visit to a town on the island of Java.

US senators move to punish Turkey with ‘sanctions from hell’ over Syria offensive

US senators are seeking to punish Turkey with “sanctions from hell” over its decision to attack US-allied Kurds in Syria.

Iran’s Leader: Use of nuclear weapons is ‘haram’

Leader of the Islamic Revolution has once again stated that both building and using nuclear weapons is forbidden under the Islamic law.

Mexican mayor tied to truck, dragged through town

Angry farmers storm a city hall in southern Mexico, seize the mayor, and drag him through town from the back of a pickup truck in protest.

US-China trade talks make ‘no progress’ at deputy level

The US and China reportedly make no progress on key issues in deputy-level trade talks aimed at ending a trade dispute between them.

Giniel de Villiers seals Morocco rally win for Toyota

Giniel de Villiers has won the Morocco Rally for a fourth time after holding off a late comeback from Carlos Sainz of Spain.

Neymar set to reach 100th cap for Brazil

Neymar is on course to become the 7th Brazilian to reach 100 international caps as his team prepare for their friendly against Senegal.

Jailed Tunisia presidential hopeful walks free in time for runoff

Tunisia’s presidential candidate Nabil Karoui is released from prison and given a hero’s welcome by supporters, four days ahead of a runoff election.

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Turkey, US have deal on Syria issue: Political commentator

A political commentator says the US military interference and its efforts to destabilize the Syrian government must be blamed for the current situation in the Arab country.

Iraqi PM vows to reshuffle cabinet, probe into killings

Iraq’s prime minister announces a cabinet reshuffle, declares three days of national mourning, and vows probe into killings.

Activists stop plans to turn Latin marketplace to luxury apartments

Plans to turn a vibrant Latin marketplace in the heart of North London into luxury apartments are being challenged in the courts by local activists and traders.

Protesters shut down London for 2 weeks over climate change action

Climate change protesters belonging to the extinction rebellion group, have begun a world-wide, two week protest, with the biggest being staged in London.

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2019 Volleyball World Cup: USA 3-1 Iran

Iran fell short against team USA 3-sets-to-1 of Volleyball World Cup 2019 in Japan.

Iran parliament speaker cancels Istanbul visit over Turkey’s Syria offensive

Iran’s top lawmaker calls off his planned trip to Istanbul after Turkey declared the beginning of its war on Kurds in northern Syria.