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Colombia’s president says the gang has not stopped its illegal activities and is behind recent attacks. Source link

The G7 group of economically developed countries, along with the European Union and Australia, has tried to impose a worldwide cap on the price of Russian oil transported by sea, but China has refused to comply and buys Russian crude at market prices. Source link

The former president could become the first to face criminal charges. Here’s what possibly lies ahead. Source link

But, once again, imagine you’re Putin. One year ago you and Xi proclaimed that your partnership has “no limits”. If that’s really the case, might you expect China now to help you out in Ukraine, by supplying Russia with lethal aid and facilitating a military victory for Moscow? The US claims that China is considering… Continue reading Xi Putin meeting: What to expect from China-Russia talks

The visit – not yet confirmed by Riyadh – would build on a thaw in tensions, brokered by China. Source link

Survivors of one of Iraq’s damaged communities, the Yazidis, looked on as the earth in a marble quarry was excavated. On a wire fence around the site were photos of dozens of people, mostly men, who had been killed by jihadists from the Islamic State group. They were from Zile-li, a village near the quarry,… Continue reading Two decades on, how the UK/US-led invasion turbo-charged Iraq into chaos

The 41-year-old man will be charged with murdering an Afghan man in 2012, Australian police say. Source link

Authorities are working out what to do with millions of rotting fish. Source link

The US and three allies invaded Iraq 20 years ago, but most countries were against the war. Source link

Tens of thousands are crossing into Canada via Roxham Road, an unofficial border in upstate New York. Source link

In the capital Delhi, buses have panic buttons and CCTV cameras, more female drivers have been inducted, training sessions have been organised to sensitise drivers and conductors to be more responsive to female passengers, and marshals have been deployed on buses. Police have also launched apps and helpline numbers which women can use to seek… Continue reading Safety pin: A tiny tool Indian women use to fight sexual harassment

The facility hasn’t been used in the UK since the financial pains at the onset of the pandemic exactly three years ago. This is not as dramatic a move as, for example, the Bank of England had to deploy after the mini-budget last autumn. But it is a clear sign that, although the past week… Continue reading Central banks to boost flow of US dollars amid market unease

Rising food prices mean Egyptians are struggling to put food on the table for their families. Source link

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called it a war crime but Russia’s embassy in London claimed the hospital had no longer been in use, and was instead being used by members of the Azov regiment, which was set up as a volunteer militia with links to the far right in 2014 but had since been incorporated… Continue reading Putin in Mariupol: What the Russian president saw on his visit

Despite the scandals over the years related to the secret bank accounts of dictators (including Ferdinand Marcos from the Philippines, Congolese dictator Mobutu Sese Seko and many more), or the money laundering for drug lords and tax evaders, Swiss banks hung on to that reputation symbolised by Roger Federer: strong, and reliable. Source link

Russian state media has reported that President Vladimir Putin paid a surprise visit to Mariupol, a Ukrainian port city captured by Russian forces after they pounded much of it to ruins. In an official video the Russian president can be seen driving a car through streets at night and visiting various locations. It is understood… Continue reading Putin in Mariupol: Russian leader visits occupied Ukrainian city

The deal, backed by the Swiss government, follows weekend-long talks aimed at preventing the bank’s collapse. Source link

The MP from India’s main opposition Congress Party said he hoped the legal notice and visit by the police had nothing to do with his stance on various issues, including recent criticism of connections between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a business tycoon accused of financial fraud. Source link

Members of the ex-president’s party claim prosecutors investigating him are part of the “radical left”. Source link

Cloete Murray was the liquidator for Bosasa, a company implicated in government contract scandals. Source link

Violence has marred polling in several states including the commercial city of Lagos. Source link

Afghanistan’s Islamist leader says officials should replace appointed sons or nephews and hire other workers. Source link

The Russian president toured the Ukrainian city devastated by Russian shelling, the Kremlin says. Source link

Tens of thousands of Israelis have marched again in nationwide protests against the government’s plan to curb Supreme Court powers. This is the 11th week of mass demonstrations, as opponents of the reforms accuse right-wing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of undermining judicial independence. Mr Netanyahu, who is on trial on corruption charges, says his aim… Continue reading Israel protests: Thousands march against Netanyahu court reform

The deputy president has suggested a radical step to reduce alcohol abuse – closing nearly all pubs. Source link

Emergency talks are reported in Zurich as regulators seek a deal for Credit Suisse before Monday. Source link

No-confidence motions face the Macron government as it tries to force its unpopular changes into law. Source link

The country is likely to experience more extreme rainfall events and regional cyclones are likely to become more frequent by 2100, according to New Zealand’s National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research. During warm months days are already hotter, drier and windier, increasing the risk of bushfires. Source link

A strong earthquake off Ecuador’s southern coast left people trapped in collapsed houses. Source link

The renewed accord means exports can continue via Ukraine’s Black Sea ports, but it is unclear how long for. Source link