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French relief as Algeria frees novelist Boualem Sansal

French relief as Algeria frees novelist Boualem Sansal

Boualem Sansal, an 81-year-old French-Algerian writer, has been granted a pardon by the Algerian presidency almost a year after his arrest at Algiers airport. His release follows a direct appeal from German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, who has maintained good relations with Algeria’s President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. Following the pardon, Sansal arrived in Germany on a military […]

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Trump letter urges Israel's president to pardon PM Netanyahu

Trump letter urges Israel’s president to pardon PM Netanyahu

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has received a letter from former US President Donald Trump requesting that he “fully pardon” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Netanyahu is currently facing trial for charges including bribery, fraud, and breach of trust over three separate cases, which he denies. In his letter, Trump expressed his respect for Israel’s judicial independence

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Italy probes claim that tourists paid to go to Bosnia to kill besieged civilians

Italy probes claim that tourists paid to go to Bosnia to kill besieged civilians

The public prosecutor’s office in Milan has initiated an inquiry into allegations that Italians traveled to Bosnia-Herzegovina during the early 1990s to participate in so-called “sniper safaris.” It is claimed that these individuals paid substantial amounts to shoot at civilians in Sarajevo, a city that was under siege during the Bosnian War. The complaints were

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Major corruption scandal engulfs top Zelensky allies

Major corruption scandal engulfs top Zelensky allies

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has requested the resignation of Energy Minister Svitlana Grynchuk and Justice Minister Herman Halushchenko due to an ongoing investigation into corruption within the energy sector. This investigation stems from allegations made by anti-corruption bodies which suggest that high-level officials have been involved in a significant embezzlement scheme estimated to be worth

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What's behind Trump's affordability drive?

What’s behind Trump’s affordability drive?

US President Donald Trump is facing public dissatisfaction regarding his economic management and has proposed several initiatives aimed at addressing consumer concerns. Historically, Trump has minimized worries about the cost of living, framing them as a deceptive narrative put forth by Democrats. However, following disappointing results for the Republican Party in recent elections, he appears

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All members of K-pop group set to return to label after legal battle

All members of K-pop group set to return to label after legal battle

All five members of K-pop group NewJeans, including Hanni, Danielle, Minji, Hyein, and Haerin, are expected to return to the record label Ador, following a statement from the first three members. This announcement came after Ador initially indicated that only Hyein and Haerin would return, prompting fan speculation about the group’s potential disbandment. The label

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Colombian military attack on suspected rebel camp leaves 19 dead

Colombian military attack on suspected rebel camp leaves 19 dead

An airstrike in Colombia’s Guaviare province reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least 19 individuals, as confirmed by the Colombian military. The target of the airstrike was a dissident faction of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (Farc), known for engaging in drug trafficking activities. Though Colombian President Gustavo Petro has previously shown reluctance

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