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Pope Leo Rebuts Trump Criticism Ahead of Rubio’s Vatican Talks

Vatican City — Pope Leo rejected criticism from US President Donald Trump over his stance on the Iran war and

French Journalist Drops Appeal in Algeria, Seeks Presidential Clemency

Paris — French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes has withdrawn his appeal before Algeria’s highest court after being sentenced to seven

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Regional Leaders Rally Behind UAE After Iran Attack Calls

Abu Dhabi — UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received calls from several regional leaders condemning Iranian attacks

Iran War Cited as Possible Motive in Trump Dinner Attack Case

Washington — The US Department of Homeland Security has identified the Iran conflict as a potential motivating factor in the

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Indonesia Considers E-Commerce Ban for Under-16s in Digital Safety Push

Jakarta— Indonesia is considering banning access to e-commerce platforms for users under 16, Communications and Digital Minister Meutya Hafid said

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Japan Fires Anti-Ship Missile in Joint Drill Near South China Sea

Manila— Japan’s Self-Defense Forces fired a Type 88 anti-ship missile during joint military exercises with the United States, Australia and

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Four Killed in West Bengal Violence After BJP’s Landmark Poll Victory

Kolkata — Four people were killed in post-election violence in India’s West Bengal state following the Bharatiya Janata Party’s decisive

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Trump Says Iran Deal Could End War, Reopen Hormuz Strait

Washington— US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the war with Iran could end and the Strait of Hormuz reopen

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South Korean Judge in Ex-First Lady Case Found Dead in Seoul

Seoul- A South Korean judge who recently increased the prison sentence of former first lady Kim Keon Hee was found

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Lebanese Court Acquits Fadel Shaker of Attempted Murder Charge

Beirut — A Lebanese court acquitted singer-turned-militant Fadel Shaker of attempted murder on Wednesday, citing insufficient evidence, a judicial official