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Ecuador government, protesters agree to talk amid curfew

The UN and the Catholic Church announce an agreement between the Ecuadorian government and indigenous people to hold talks to end the crisis engulfing the country over fuel subsidy cuts.

Second round of presidential election kicks off in Tunisia

People in Tunisia are taking to the polls in the second round of the presidential election, in which two political novices are facing off.

Euro 2020 qualifiers: Norway 1-1 Spain

Spain’s perfect start to the Euro 2020 qualifying has been halted after being held to a 1-all draw by Norway in Oslo.

Back my deal or friendly no-deal Brexit: UK PM to tell EU

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will speak to EU leaders by the end of Monday to urge them to either support his Brexit deal or a friendly version of a no-deal Brexit, the Sunday Times.

Kipchoge runs marathon in under two hours

Eliud Kipchoge of Kenya has become the first person to run a marathon in under two hours in an unofficial event in Vienna. 

Pro-Kurdish, anti-Turkey rallies held in Europe

Large protests were held across Europe on Saturday and Sunday in support of Kurds being targeted by Turkish forces in Syria.

Syrian army set to take control of Manbij from SDF under Russia-US deal: Sputnik

The Syrian military is reportedly poised to take over Manbij from US-backed Kurdish militants to prevent the northern city’s fall to the Turkish army.

US taking advantage of Saudi weak military capability: Analyst

The US is “taking advantage” of Saudi weak military capability by selling Riyadh more Patriot missiles, a political analyst says.

14 killed, 16 missing after Typhoon Hagibis pounds Japan

More than a dozen people have been killed in Japan after a powerful typhoon hit the country with unprecedented rains, local media reported.

Democrats discussing detentions amid impeachment inquiry: Tlaib

The Democratic lawmakers engaged in impeachment inquiry are having “serious discussions” about detaining some.

Ecuadorians fed up with severe economic austerity: Commentator

A political commentator believes it is unlikely that Ecuadorians step back from their demands, since they are fed up with severe economic hardships in the past four decades.

Museum explores spooky science behind ‘Frankenstein’, ‘The Mummy’

In collaboration with Universal Studios, the Los Angeles Museum of Natural History is launching an exhibition entitled “The Natural History of Horror” that combines four major monster films.

Yemenis warn about retaliatory attacks on Saudi Arabia

Yemeni armed forces have warned Saudi Arabia about resumption of retaliatory attacks.

An Insider’s View of the Country: Ahar City and Azna Attractions

France, Germany suspend selling arms to Turkey over Syria operation

France and Germany have announced immediate halt to arms exports to Turkey over Syria offensive.

Ecuador president orders curfew, military control in Quito

Ecuador President Lenin Moreno orders the capital Quito and surrounding areas to be placed under curfew and military control, on the 11th day of deadly protests against government austerity measures.

U.S. Saudi Arabia Deployment

Trumps throws support behind Giuliani amid Ukraine probe

US President Donald Trump calls his personal attorney, Rudy Giuliani “a great guy” as he is being investigated amid the Ukraine scandal.

Putin says neighbors should respect Iran’s interests as an established power

Russia’s Putin says countries should begin to recognize Iran’s interests as an old regional power.

Shanghai Masters semis: Tsitsipas 0-2 Medvedev

Daniil Medvedev has reached his ninth final of the season after a hard-fought 7-6, 7-5 win over Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece in the Shanghai Masters.

Abdullah’s running mate describes Afghan presidential poll as fraudulent

Abdullah Abdullah’s top aide has described Afghanistan’s recent presidential election as fraudulent.

Japan’s weather authority issues highest level of alert for rainfall

Two men were killed, about 60 people injured and more than six million people advised to evacuate as a powerful typhoon bore down on the Japanese capital, bringing with it the heaviest rain and winds in 60 years.

International apathy to Palestinian sufferings encourages Israeli aggression: Foreign ministry

The Palestinian foreign ministry has decried international apathy to the sufferings of Palestinians people, saying such a practice has encouraged Israeli aggression.

Trump under fire over Turkey’s Syria offensive 

Republicans and Democrats have slammed Trump’s decision to withdraw troops from northern Syria.

Iran economy to bounce back in next two years: World Bank

The World Bank says Iran’s economy would grow slightly in the next two years.