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Attacks by Sudanese RSF paramilitaries leave hundreds dead

Emergency Lawyers, a rights group tracking violence against civilians, said in a statement more than 200 people were killed in RSF attacks and hundreds of others were injured Attacks by Sudan’s

February 23, 2025

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Netherlands to return more than 100 artifacts to Nigeria

The artifacts, which include human and animal figures, plaques, royal regalia, and a bell, were looted in the late 19th century by British soldiers from what is now Nigeria In a significant

February 23, 2025

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Ivory Coast takes control of last remaining French base

According to the French Minister of the Armed Forces, Sébastien Lecornu, approximately 80 French servicemen will remain in Ivory Coast to advise and train the Ivorian military In a significant development signaling

February 23, 2025

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US aid freeze puts HIV-positive orphans in Kenya at risk

According to data from amfAR, the Foundation for AIDS Research, about 1.3 million people are on HIV/AIDS treatment in Kenya, and 1,602 orphans and vulnerable children in Kenya are dependent on PEPFAR

February 23, 2025

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South Africa urges cooperation at G20 meet

World leaders have been split on how to respond to the dramatic policy shifts from Washington since the return of US President Donald Trump South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for

February 23, 2025

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Fresh Tensions Grip Indo-Pacific

South Korea criticised Japan’s yesterday’s event and protested Japan’s renewed territorial claim over Dokdo island…reports Asian Lite News In a potential new diplomatic flashpoint in the Indo-Pacific, Japan held its annual event

February 23, 2025

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Deportation Looms for Afghan Refugees in Pakistan

Despite repeated warnings from Human rights organisations, Pakistan has intensified its crackdown on many Afghan refugees arresting them from home and streets under various pretexts…reports Asian Lite News Continuing its belligerent stance

February 23, 2025

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China Doubles Down in Pacific

The Government of New Zealand raised concern as China conducted this second live firing exercise following the warning on Friday and Saturday….reports Asian Lite News In yet another provocative act, China conducted

February 22, 2025

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Budget 2025: A Giant Leap Toward ‘Viksit Bharat’

The Union Budget 2025-26 lays out a comprehensive roadmap for India’s transformation into a ‘Viksit Bharat,’ emphasizing agriculture, MSMEs, investments, and exports to drive sustainable and inclusive economic growth….reports Asian Lite News

February 22, 2025

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India Urges Bangladesh to Reject Terrorism

The EAM had held a series of meetings with his counterparts from the neighbouring countries, including Bangladesh, on the sidelines of the Indian Ocean Conference in Muscat, on February 16…reports Asian Lite

February 22, 2025

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