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WorldApr 2

UN Prepares Vote on Hormuz Resolution as China Objects to Force Authorization

The United Nations is set to vote on a resolution regarding the Strait of Hormuz, with China expressing opposition to provisions authorizing the use of force.

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WorldApr 2

Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi suffers suspected heart attack in prison

Family of imprisoned Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi says she suffered a suspected heart attack and needs immediate medical care.

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WorldApr 1

Israeli Knesset passes death penalty law amid international criticism

Israel's parliament approved a death penalty law on Monday, drawing condemnation from international observers and celebration from far-right supporters.

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WorldMar 17

Strait of Hormuz Closure Linked to Iran Conflict, Reopening Uncertain

The Strait of Hormuz remains closed amid ongoing conflict involving Iran, with reopening dependent on ceasefire negotiations.

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WorldMar 17

WFP warns Iran conflict could push 45 million into acute hunger by June

The World Food Programme projects that ongoing conflict involving Iran may drive 45 million people into acute hunger by June 2024.

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WorldMar 17

Young Venezuelans Express Mixed Reactions to Political Changes Following Maduro's Removal

Venezuelan youth who grew up under one political system are adapting to changes after Nicolas Maduro was removed from power by US forces.

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WorldMar 31

U.S. Officials Tell Colombian President Petro He Currently Faces No Criminal Charges

Justice Department examining Gustavo Petro for possible drug trafficking ties but has assured him he faces no charges at present.

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WorldMar 31

Asian Nations Turn to Russian Oil as Iran War Disrupts Global Energy Supplies

Southeast Asian countries are competing for Russian crude oil after U.S. temporarily eased sanctions amid energy shortages from Middle East conflict.

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WorldMar 16

Iran Fires Missiles at Turkey in Cross-Border Strike

Iran launched missiles across the border into Turkey, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions and testing NATO's response mechanisms.

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WorldMar 30

India Begins Census with Three Million Officials

India has launched its national census operation, deploying three million officials to count the world's largest population.

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WorldMar 29

33 Bodies Including 25 Children Found in Mass Grave in Kenya

Authorities in Kenya discovered 33 bodies, including 25 children, in a mass grave in Kericho during an investigation into a hospital morgue transfer.

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WorldApr 12

Analysis Pieces Examine U.S.-Russia Military and Diplomatic Approaches

Opinion articles published in The Hill analyze contrasting U.S. and Russian military values and propose Western engagement strategies with Russia.

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WorldMar 27

UN Report Documents Over 1,700 Deaths in Syrian Sectarian Violence

UN investigators report over 1,700 deaths from sectarian violence against Druse civilians in Syria in July 2025, criticizing government response.

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WorldMar 12

Israel Confirms Strike on Iranian Nuclear Facility Near Tehran

Israeli forces targeted the Taleghan compound near Tehran in what Israel says was an effort to prevent nuclear weapon development.

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WorldMar 16

Montana Ski Resort Faces Visitor Decline Amid International Travel Drop

Whitefish, Montana ski resort experiences significant impact from reduced Canadian visitors as part of broader international travel decline.

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