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Israel launches second airstrike on Syrian military facility near Damascus
- Israel launches second airstrike on Syrian military facility near Damascus.- Syria responded by firing anti-aircraft missiles at Israeli jets.- Airstrikes targeted a scientific research centre.Acco…
Russia praises resignation of head of Syrian opposition, says it is essential for unity
- Russia praises resignation of head of Syrian opposition, says it is essential for unity.- Promises to support efforts from Saudi Arabia in restoring peace in Syria.- Calls on other opposition leade…
Syrian President Assad visits Vladimir Putin to discuss political solution to conflict
- Syrian President Assad visits Vladimir Putin to discuss political solution to conflict.- Putin aiming to move on from military operations in Syria.- Russia has vetoed 10 attempts so far by the UN S…
Saudi power shakeup will not hinder investments says energy minister
- Saudi power shakeup will not hinder investments says energy minister.- The corruption crackdown is a limited domestic affair.- has no impact on Saudi's business activities and openness.The Kingdom …
The crash of NAFTA would not be devastating for Mexico says economy minister
- The crash of NAFTA would not be devastating for Mexico says economy minister.- Acknowledges that Mexico would experience a period of adjustment but would respond well.- U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilb…
UN says Millions of people in Yemen are set to die of famine
- UN says Millions of people in Yemen are set to die of famine.- Calls for the coalition blockade to be lifted to allow aid pass through.- Researchers want world leaders to do more rather than expres…
President Trump calls for China to speed up in dealing with North Korea
- President Trump calls for China to speed up in dealing with North Korea.- Gives China credit for taking economic advantage of the U.S.- Agrees on economic treaties which will be beneficial to U.S. …
U.S. Lawmakers urge Facebook to post-inform users who saw Russian-backed ads
- U.S. Lawmakers urge Facebook to post-inform users who saw Russian-backed ads.- Compares the problem with informing patients in a hospital of possible contamination.- Facebook is a crime scene says …
Spain jails 8 members of ousted Catalan government, issues EU arrest warrant for Puigdemont
- Spain jails 8 members of ousted Catalan government, issues EU arrest warrant for Puigdemont.- Puigdemont plans to remain in Belgium and cooperate with the authorities there.- The charges include se…
Trump will not visit heavily fortified DMZ between North and South Korea on his Asia trip.
- Trump will not visit heavily fortified DMZ on his Asia trip.- Officials say there isn't enough time on his schedule.- He will however visit Camp Humphreys, a military installation in South Korea.U.…
3 UN peacekeepers killed in Northern Mali explosion between Tessalit and Aguelhok
- 3 UN peacekeepers killed in Northern Mali explosion between Tessalit and Aguelhok.- Their car struck an explosive device or landmine.- UN condemns the perpetrators of the crime.According to United …
U.S. Republican Senator says Trump is dangerous to democracy, also has personality disorder
- U.S. Republican Senator says Trump is dangerous to democracy, also has personality disorder.- Admits that Trump has done what he promised the people he'd do.- Trump blasts back with a tweet.A senio…
Myanmar signs agreement for sustainable repatriation of citizens from Bangladesh
- Myanmar signs agreement for "sustainable" repatriation of citizens from Bangladesh.- Joint working group to be formed between both countries.- Agreement is signed days after the U.S. imposed severa…
I'm not scared of getting sacked - Chelsea manager Antonio Conte
- I'm not scared of getting sacked - Chelsea manager Antonio Conte.- Expects the club to honestly judge his work periodically.- Believes the 4-2 victory over Watford would help lift the atmosphere ar…
Cristiano Ronaldo named The Best FIFA Men's Player of the year, ahead of Messi and Neymar
- Cristiano Ronaldo named The Best FIFA Men's Player of the year, ahead of Messi and Neymar.- Ronaldo, Messi and Neymar were all in London on Monday night for the awards ceremony.- This is Ronaldo's …
Spain to trigger Article 155 on Saturday to directly rule Catalonia
- Spain to trigger Article 155 on Saturday to directly rule Catalonia.- Will request to Parliament's approval by Saturday.- Catalan President threatens to declare independence if Spain continues to a…
Focus on your team! Conte blasts Mourinho for calling him a cry baby
- Focus on your team! Conte blasts Mourinho for calling him a cry baby.- Chelsea lost a comfortable lead to eventually share points with Roma.- Other managers, they cry, they cry, they cry when a pla…
15 dead, dozens injured after suicide bombing attack on Police Station in Afghanistan
- 15 dead, dozens injured after suicide bombing attack on Police Station in Afghanistan.- Police were engaged in a firefight with gunmen who accompanied the suicide bombers.- Area remains sealed off …
North Korea threatens Nuclear war with U.S.A, says U.S. mainland is within range
- North Korea threatens Nuclear war with U.S.A, says U.S. mainland is within range.- Reaffirms commitment to its nuclear programme even though it hopes for a nuclear free world.- North Korea will onl…
Aung San Suu Kyi finally prepares to assist Rohingya refugees
- Aung San Suu Kyi finally prepares to assist Rohingya refugees.- Aiming to set up civilian-led agency to offer assistance to Rohingya. Myanmar's leader Aung San Suu Kyi has disclosed that plans…