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Republican Senators Introduce Legislation to Impose Sanctions on Taliban & Countries Supporting it
The legislation seeks a report from the Secretary of State about his assessment of the role of Pakistan in supporting the Taliban from 2001-2020.
La Palma Volcano Reaches Atlantic Ocean, Leaves Trail of Destruction Behind: Here's All You Need to Know
Although seismic activity is now low, the volcano continues to spew lava and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has warned there will be "some very long days ahead".
LGBTQ Groups Hope Japan PM Race May Lead to Same-sex Marriages
Kono is seen as the leading contender to win the ruling party's leadership vote on Wednesday and become premier
Police: Gunman In Grocery Store Shooting Lost Job That Day
Law enforcement officials on Monday said the gunman who killed one person and wounded 14 others at a Tennessee supermarket before killing himself had been asked to leave his job at the grocery store earlier that day.
Taliban Issue No-shave Order To Barbers In Afghan Province
The Taliban on Monday banned barbershops in a southern Afghanistan province from shaving or trimming beards, claiming their edict is in line with Shariah, or Islamic, law.
Mexico To Resume Voluntary Flights For Migrants Who Want To Return To Haiti
Mexico's government said on Sunday that it will resume flights to PortauPrince starting next week for Haitian migrants who want to return home.
This Country Claims It Hasn't Had a Single Covid-19 Case. Activists Say That's a Lie
Turkmenistan, a former Soviet republic home to nearly 6 million people, is one of at least five countries that have not reported any coronavirus cases.
Hong Kong's Tiananmen Vigil Organiser Disbands in Face of China's Sweeping Crackdown in City
In a letter from prison, one of the alliance's leaders, Chow Hang-tung, urged members not to give up.
It's Almost Certain Afghanistan's Taliban Won't Speak At UN
The Taliban, who overran most of Afghanistan last month as U.S. and NATO forces were in the final stages of their chaotic withdrawal from the country after 20 years, argue that they are now in charge and have the right to appoint ambassadors.
COVID At The UN: One Topic, Used To Make Many Points
For the United States, COVID-19 was about leadership and a dose of hope. For Iran, it was about the inhumanity of sanctions. Tiny Palau, largely virus-free, used its precious speech minutes to praise Taiwan for its support during the pandemic and, not in...
CIA Removes Vienna Station Chief Over Handling of Havana Syndrome Cases: Report
Dubbed "Havana syndrome" because reports of the condition first showed up in the Cuban capital, the ailment is marked by bloody noses, headaches, vision problems.
US Holds Maiden Talks With Pakistan on Afghanistan Crisis, Says Legitimacy of Taliban Will be Defined by Actions
Blinken reiterated US priorities for the Taliban including allowing Afghans and foreigners to leave, respecting the rights of women
Libya Presidency Council Head Plans To Hold October Conference
The head of Libya's presidency council said on Thursday he will hold an international conference in October to garner support for the country's stability, warning that it faces "serious challenges" that could undermine planned December elections.
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BORDER-HAITIAN-DIASPORA-ROUTE Map. This digital embed maps out the most common route Haitian migrants follow to the U.S. border. Source: Associated Press reporting
WHO Urges International Donors to Resume Afghanistan Health Funding
Luo Dapeng, WHO's representative to Afghanistan, said that access to healthcare has significantly decline for several vulnerable Afghans.
US Special Envoy to Haiti Resigns Over Migrant Expulsions From Texas Town
Foote wrote Secretary of State Antony Blinken that he was stepping down immediately with deep disappointment and apologies to those seeking crucial changes.
