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Incarceration of Iranian scientist most troubling human rights issue in US

Dr. Masoud Soleimani, a top Iranian stem cell scientist is still behind bars in the United States without trial, while the international civil society is not doing anything about it.

Venezuelan president rejects accusations by his Chilean, Ecuadorian counterparts

Maduro dismissed accusations by his Chilean and Ecuadorian counterparts that he had a hand in the recent massive protests in the two South American nations.

US, allies kick off major maritime exercise across Middle East

The United States is “hosting” a 50-nation maritime exercise that covers more than 2.5 million miles of waters across the Middle East.

Bolivia’s opp. refuses to concede defeat, protests erupt

Protests erupt in Bolivia after the main opposition candidate in the presidential election refuses to concede victory to incumbent President Evo Morales.

Japanese emperor publicly proclaims enthronement in centuries-old ceremony

Japanese Emperor Naruhito has formally proclaimed his enthronement in the presence of royals and leaders from around the world.

US ready to attack Turkey if necessary, Pompeo claims

The United States, whose withdrawal from northern Syria gave Turkey the green light to attack Kurds in the region, would take “military action” against Ankara if necessary, claims the country’s top diplomat.

NASA wants international partners to go to Moon too

As it looks to return to the Moon, NASA is open to the idea of international participation.

Lebanese cabinet announces new reforms on 5th day of protests

The Lebanese Cabinet has endorsed an economic, social, and political reform plan hoping to ease the five day nationwide protests in the Arab country.

Evo Morales supporters celebrate alleged electoral win

Supporters of Bolivia’s President Evo Morales celebrate his alleged electoral victory despite accusations from rival Carlos Mesa.

Spanish PM criticizes pro-independence regional chief in Barcelona visit

The acting prime minister of Spain has slammed the pro-independence regional chief for his failure to fulfill his duties in a quick visit to Barcelona.

Iran earn two gold medals at World Wushu Championships

Iranian women athletes have had a glorious day at the 15th edition of the World Wushu Championships underway in China, pocketing 2 gold medals so far.

Two Iraqi forces killed in Daesh attacks on security checkpoints

Attacks by Daesh terrorist group on police checkpoints in northern Iraq have killed two security forces.

Trump praises unity in Democratic Party, slams division within GOP amid impeachment

Under pressure over an impeachment inquiry in the US House, US President Donald Trump is praising unity among Democrats.

LEBANON ECONOMIC CRISIS

Child poverty on the rise in Italy: Report

A new report by the international charity Save the Children has found that more than 1.2 million minors in Italy were living in a state of absolute poverty in 2018.

Palestinians mark 8th anniv. of prisoners release from Israeli jails

Palestinians in the Gaza Strip have held a rally to commemorate the 8th anniversary of the release of over 1,000 prisoners in Israeli jails.

Netanyahu says he cannot form cabinet after election deadlock

The Israeli premier says he cannot establish a new cabinet after failed talks with his political rival.

Pentagon chief: US to remain in Afghanistan, Syria withdrawal notwithstanding

There is no analogy between what the Pentagon did in Syria and its plan in Afghanistan, Secretary Esper says.

Afghanistan is once again the focus of the ‘Great Game’: Scholar

“Afghanistan is once again the focus of the ‘Great Game,’ now in its 21st-century iteration,” American political analyst Dennis Etler has said.

Hamas says Israeli violations at al-Aqsa to ignite ‘all-out regional war’

Tel Aviv will pay dearly for any conflict that would ensue its provocative behavior, Hamas says.

Thousands rally against former ruling party in Sudan

Thousands of Sudanese have rallied in several cities, urging the country’s new authorities to dissolve the former ruling party of ousted leader Omar al-Bashir.

WHO says cholera has killed over 910 people in Yemen since January

The WHO has also received reports of 696,537 suspected cases during the same period.

Andy Murray wins 1st ATP title since 2017

Andy Murray has clinched his 1st ATP title since 2017, with a 2 sets to 1 victory over Stan Wawrinka, at the European Open Final in Belgium.

‘American troops aren’t coming home’: Analyst

“American troops aren’t coming home from all over the world whether or not President Trump really intends to do it,” an American political commentator has said.

Russia says it missed OPEC+ oil production target last month

Russia says it missed a target for oil output set by OPEC+ because of preparations for winter months.