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10 terrorists killed in police operation in Pakistan's Punjab

10 terrorists killed in police operation in Pakistan's Punjab

22 Apr 2025 | 8:49 AM

Islamabad, Apr 22 (UNI) At least 10 terrorists were killed in a joint security operation in Pakistan's eastern Punjab province, local police said on Monday.

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Death toll of suspected herders attacks in Nigeria rises to 72

Death toll of suspected herders attacks in Nigeria rises to 72

22 Apr 2025 | 8:35 AM

Abuja, Apr 22 (UNI) The death toll of recent attacks by suspected armed herders in Nigeria's central state of Benue has risen to 72, local authorities said on Monday.

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Hamas expresses condolences over death of Pope Francis

Hamas expresses condolences over death of Pope Francis

22 Apr 2025 | 8:30 AM

Moscow, Apr 22 (UNI) Palestinian movement Hamas expressed deep condolences over the death of Pope Francis.

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Latin American countries declare national mourning over death of Pope Francis

Latin American countries declare national mourning over death of Pope Francis

22 Apr 2025 | 8:28 AM

Moscow, Apr 22 (UNI) Chilean President Gabriel Boric, Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chavez and Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro have declared national mourning over the death of Pope Francis.

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US stocks sink as Trump renews criticism of Powell

22 Apr 2025 | 8:27 AM

New York, Apr 22 (UNI) U.S. stocks stumbled Monday as renewed attacks by U.S. President Donald Trump on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell added to concerns about the central bank's independence.

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Mexican president rejects US anti-immigrant ad campaign

22 Apr 2025 | 8:25 AM

Mexico City, Apr 22 (UNI) Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday criticized an anti-immigrant advertising campaign made by the U.S. government and broadcast by privately-owned Mexican television stations.
At her daily press conference, the president denounced the ad, saying it contains "highly discriminatory content," and "attacks human dignity, and could encourage rejection and violence against migrants."
Her administration has formally requested its withdrawal, she said, adding the Mexican Constitution prohibits "any act or practice of discrimination," and the Federal Telecommunications Law stipulates "that programming broadcast within the framework of freedom of expression must promote the dissemination of artistic, historical, and cultural values, national unity, and respect for human rights," principles violated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the government agency behind the ad.

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UK PM close to major trade deal with EU - Reports

UK PM close to major trade deal with EU - Reports

22 Apr 2025 | 8:21 AM

London, Apr 22 (UNI) UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is close to concluding a major trade deal with the European Union that would allow British arms companies to sell billions of pounds worth of weapons to European allies, The Times newspaper reported.

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Pope Francis' compassion, courage, humility inspired millions - Thai Prime Minister

22 Apr 2025 | 8:17 AM

Moscow, Apr 22 (UNI) Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Monday, on behalf of the Thai people, expressed condolences over the passing of Pope Francis, saying that his compassion, courage, and humility "inspired millions of people across faiths and nations."
Earlier in the day, the Holy See announced that Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta.

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Kazakh President expresses condolences over death of Pope Francis

22 Apr 2025 | 8:11 AM

Moscow, Apr 22 (UNI) Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed condolences over the death of Pope Francis.

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Pak: 10 terrorists killed in police operation in Punjab

22 Apr 2025 | 12:11 AM

Islamabad, Apr 21 (UNI) At least 10 terrorists were killed in a joint security operation in Pakistan's eastern Punjab province, local police said on Monday.

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Bangladesh 'locks' National ID card of former PM Sheikh Hasina, nine family members

21 Apr 2025 | 8:45 PM

Dhaka, Apr 21 (UNI) Escalating its attacks against Sheikh Hasina and her family, the Bangladesh Election Commission's National Identity Registration Wing has blocked the National Identity cards of the former Prime Minister and nine of her family members.

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Philippines' military drills with U.S. opposed by regional countries: Chinese FM spokesperson

21 Apr 2025 | 8:21 PM

Beijing, Apr 21 (UNI) The Philippines' decision to conduct the large-scale military drills with the United States has been detested and opposed by regional countries, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said here on Monday.

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Pope Francis leaves behind unique legacy in Catholic world

21 Apr 2025 | 7:19 PM

Rome, Apr 21 (UNI) Pope Francis, who passed away aged 88 today, was one of the Vatican’s most unique figures, with his papacy being marked by several unusual aspects.

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Iran's FM to visit China for talks on ties, US negotiations

Iran's FM to visit China for talks on ties, US negotiations

21 Apr 2025 | 7:09 PM

Tehran, Apr 21 (UNI) Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi will travel to China on Tuesday, during which he will discuss Iran's ongoing indirect negotiations with Washington, as well as Iran-China ties, with Chinese officials, Iran's Foreign Ministry announced Monday.

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Wild fire engulfs Poland's Biebrza National Park

21 Apr 2025 | 6:25 PM

Warsaw, Apr 21 (UNI) A major wildfire has engulfed approximately 400 hectares of Biebrza National Park in northeastern Poland, local authorities confirmed Monday morning.

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