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US confronts dangers from ‘not very good’ Iran-backed militants

By IDBM Consult / February 9, 2024

February 9, 2024 WASHINGTON (Reuters) – More than a month before a deadly drone strike that killed three U.S. soldiers […]

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Biden erupts over special counsel report on his mental fitness. Here’s what happened

By IDBM Consult / February 9, 2024

Special counsel Robert Hur described the president as “an elderly man with a poor memory” who couldn’t remember the year […]

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S Africa’s Ramaphosa renews call for Gaza ceasefire, Palestinian state

By IDBM Consult / February 9, 2024

In annual State of the Nation Address, President Ramaphosa addressed domestic issues and Israel’s war on Gaza. Feb 9, 2024 […]

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Russia’s Putin and China’s Xi denounce US ‘interference’

By IDBM Consult / February 8, 2024

Kremlin said the two spoke about creating a ‘multipolar, fairer world order’ in face of US-led efforts to contain their […]

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Civil society urge nationwide strike, protest in Senegal after vote delay

By IDBM Consult / February 8, 2024

The call for mass mobilisation comes as a major political upheaval continues in the usually stable West African nation. Feb […]

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ECOWAS holds emergency session over Senegal crisis and member exits

By IDBM Consult / February 8, 2024

Political drama in four member states has led to questions about the broader role of the almost 50-year-old bloc. Feb […]

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Tunisia’s press, civil society silent as Ghannouchi sentenced, analysts say

By IDBM Consult / February 8, 2024

Feb 8, 2024 Analysts and rights groups have pointed to the muted response to Ennahdha leader Rachid Ghannouchi’s latest criminal […]

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Suspect in Boston femicide case escapes from police custody in Kenya

By IDBM Consult / February 8, 2024

Suspect was jailed and awaiting a ruling on a US extradition request after being accused of killing his girlfriend in […]

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Drone strike in Baghdad kills high-ranking militia commander, officials say

By IDBM Consult / February 7, 2024

February 7, 2024 Iraqis gather at the site of a burned vehicle targeted by a U.S. drone strike in east […]

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Russia hits targets across Ukraine in ‘massive’ missile, drone strikes

By IDBM Consult / February 7, 2024

Deadly early morning attacks hit Kyiv and other cities, killing at least three civilians. Feb 7, 2024 Russia fired cruise […]

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Blinken arrives in Egypt on regional crisis tour pushing Gaza truce deal

By IDBM Consult / February 6, 2024

Top US diplomat begins yet another Middle East tour seeking to push through truce deal amid Israel’s war on Gaza. […]

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Former Thai PM Thaksin charged with royal insult

By IDBM Consult / February 6, 2024

Jailed former leader the latest to face prosecution under Thailand’s strict laws protecting monarchy against criticism. Feb 6, 2024 Thai […]

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UN chief appoints independent panel to assess UNRWA

By IDBM Consult / February 5, 2024

Feb 5, 2024 Panel to be led by former French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna, who will work with European research […]

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Hungary’s ruling party boycotts parliament session on Sweden’s NATO bid

By IDBM Consult / February 5, 2024

Hungary is the only NATO member yet to approve Sweden’s accession to the military alliance. Feb 5, 2024 Lawmakers from […]

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Trump’s Emotionally Charged Boast Leaves Skeptics Wary

By IDBM Consult / February 5, 2024

February 5, 2024 Donald Trump says he’s still making people cry. The former president resurrected one of his most persistent claims […]

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U.S. Court Restrains Anglican Church of Nigeria From Dissolving Indiana-based Diocese Comprising About 80 Churches, Parishes In America, Canada

By IDBM Consult / February 5, 2024

February 5, 2024 The Motion for Temporary Restraining Order was filed on January 24, 2024, before Judge Heather A. Welch […]

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Apple Unveils Vision Pro Virtual Reality Headset in US

By IDBM Consult / February 4, 2024

Apple’s Vision Pro virtual reality headset is available for purchase at all U.S. Apple Store locations and the online U.S. […]

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US plans to launch further strikes on Iran-backed groups in Middle East: Sullivan

By IDBM Consult / February 4, 2024

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan. (Reuters) 04 February ,2024 The United States intends to launch further strikes at Iran-backed groups in […]

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Chile declares state of emergency as 40 killed in forest fires

By IDBM Consult / February 4, 2024

Feb 4, 2024 At least 19 people have died and the blaze in the tourist region of Valparaiso has forced […]

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Senegal’s President Delays Presidential Election Indefinitely

By IDBM Consult / February 3, 2024

February 3, 2024 In an address to the nation, Sall said he signed a decree abolishing a previous measure that […]

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