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Fire, smoke, gunshots in Paraguay capital as pandemic response ignites...
Protesters clashed with police in Paraguay´s capital, Asuncion, late on Friday as anger over the government´s handling of the coronavirus crisis...
Pope Francis holds historic meeting with Iraq's top Shi'ite cleric
Pope Francis held a historic meeting with Iraq’s top Shi’ite cleric Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani on Saturday, in a powerful appeal for coexistence...
Greater humanitarian access urged in Ethiopia's Tigray
There is a need for greater access in Ethiopia's conflict-ridden Tigray region to reach large groups in dire humanitarian need, although more UN...
Saudi coalition foils Houthi drone attack
The Saudi-led coalition involved in the war in Yemen foiled a drone attack by Houthi militia toward the Kingdom, a top official said.
EU approves USD 155mn to back Syrian refugees
The European Union (EU) has adopted a 130 million euros ($155 million) assistance package to support Syrian refugees and local communities in Jordan...
Thailand mulls Covid-19 vax passports
Thailand is considering Covid-19 vaccine passports and quarantine exemption amid efforts to boost the country's ailing tourism sector.
Hong Kong court puts off release of pro-democracy activists
A group of 11 Hong Kong pro-democracy activists accused of subversion will stay in jail for at least another five days while judges consider whether...
Pakistan PM Imran Khan confident ahead of trust vote in Parliament
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan appeared confident of winning a trust vote in the National Assembly on Saturday even as the ruling party has warned...