Russia Criticizes UN Humanitarian Branch for ‘Flirting with Terrorists’ in Syria

Russia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vassily Nebenzya criticized the UN humanitarian branch for "hiding behind politically appropriate phrases" and "flirting with terrorists" during Thursday's Syria-themed session of the UN Security Council.

Death toll of suicide bombing in Pakistan’s Peshawar grows to 100, many people were injured

 

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UPDATE 31.01.2023: The death toll from a suicide bombing at a mosque in the northwestern Pakistani city of Peshawar has risen to 100, a medical official says, as the South Asian country faces a mounting security challenge from armed groups.

“So far, 100 bodies have been brought to Lady Reading Hospital,” the spokesman for the largest medical facility in the city, Mohammad Asim, said in a statement on Tuesday. 

European Parliament passes resolution recognizing Russia as ‘state sponsor of terrorism’

The European Parliament during a session in Strasbourg on Wednesday adopted a resolution designating Russia as a ‘state sponsor of terrorism’, according to the text of the document published on its website. The session was broadcast live on the European Parliament's website.

Turkey rejects US embassy’s condolences over terror attack in Istanbul — interior minister

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Estonia's parliament declares Russia ‘state sponsor of terrorism’

Deputies of Estonia's Riigikogu (unicameral parliament) on Tuesday declared Russia a state sponsor of terrorism, the national TV and radio broadcasting portal ERR reported.

Mirotvorets: Press TV correspondent in Ukraine "placed on kill list"

 

Press TV’s correspondent in Ukraine Johnny Miller says he has been placed on a “kill list” by Ukrainian ultranationalists following his revelations about Ukrainian atrocities against pro-Russian children and other civilians in the Donbass region.

Karzai Calls on Biden to Reverse Decision on Afghan Funds | Farsnews Agency

 

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  (FNA)- Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai called on US President Joe Biden to reverse his decision on Afghan bank’s funds and return all the fund to Afghanistan.

Millions at risk of starvation in Afghanistan - BBC News

 

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Civilian deaths reported in ‘successful’ US op in Syria — RT World News

The US military has confirmed it conducted a counterterrorism operation in northwestern Syria. Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby was short on details, calling the mission a success and saying the American troops suffered no casualties. Sources on the ground described a large gun battle to the media, and said some civilians were killed.

Burkina Faso coup Crowds celebrate after army ousts President Roch Kabore

 

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Christian denominations of Aleppo hold mass for peace – Syrian Arab News Agency

SANA-Christian denominations in Aleppo held a mass and prayers for peace at the Greek Catholic cathedral in Farhat Square, led by Bishop George Masri, head of the Greek Catholic denomination in Aleppo.

Burkina Faso : la faim menace le nord du pays

 

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What's the role of multinational companies in fuelling conflicts?

 

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Biden orders declassification of documents relating to September 11 attacks • FRANCE 24

 

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US’ Afghanistan Exit May Create New ‘Breeding Grounds’ for Terrorism, Warns UK Defense Secretary

 

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 Negotiated under the Trump administration and then pushed back under the Biden White House, US troops now have a deadline to depart from Afghanistan by August 31, just days ahead of the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks that ultimately prompted the US invasion of the war-torn country.

Families of 9/11 victims tell Biden not attend memorial events - BBC News

 Family members of the victims of the 11 September 2001 terror attacks have called on President Joe Biden to stay away from memorial events unless he declassifies files about the attacks.

Several hostages killed in eastern DR Congo by armed Islamist group - France24

 At least 16 people were knifed to death weeks after being taken hostage in the Democratic Republic of Congo's east, in bloodletting blamed on armed Islamists, military and local sources said Tuesday.

Burkina Faso: el número de 'niños soldado' se ha multiplicado por cinco

 

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Cuban president denounces US-backed ‘media terrorism’ while addressing massive supporters’ rally — RT

 Miguel Diaz-Canel has blasted what he claims are intentional efforts to make his country look unstable and dangerous, following anti-government demonstrations that led to numerous arrests and one person’s death.

Attaques au Mozambique : les déplacés de Palma terrorisés par les enlèvements

 

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