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UN: US Plan to Blacklist Yemeni Houthis May Cause ‘Humanitarian and Political Repercussions’

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United Nations spokesman Stephane Dujarric warned during a 11 January briefing that the US intention to brand Yemen’s Houthi movement as a terrorist organization is “likely to have serious humanitarian and political repercussions.” … Read More >UN: US Plan to Blacklist Yemeni Houthis May Cause ‘Humanitarian and Political Repercussions’

Categories USA

Trump Reportedly Admits ‘Some Blame’ for Capitol Mayhem

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Last week, the US Capitol was breached by crowds of Trump supporters, who besieged the building and disrupted a congressional session certifying the election results. Weeks before that, Trump had been promoting the protest in his now suspended Twitter account, saying it would be “wild”. … Read More >Trump Reportedly Admits ‘Some Blame’ for Capitol Mayhem

Categories Asia & Pacific

Academic Warns There’s ‘Danger of Escalation’ If Biden Doesn’t Roll Back US’ New Taiwan Rules

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The removal of “restrictions” between the US and Taiwan by the outgoing Trump administration prompted a strong reaction from Beijing, which warned the US against “playing with fire”. Meanwhile, the Joe Biden transition team has reportedly said that its dealings with Taiwan would continue to be governed under the Taiwan Relations Act. … Read More >Academic Warns There’s ‘Danger of Escalation’ If Biden Doesn’t Roll Back US’ New Taiwan Rules

Categories Middle East

50 Shades of Israel’s Left? Here’s What Country’s Liberal Circles Have to Offer

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Israel is set to head to the polls on 23 March, when dozens of parties will go head-to-head to secure spots in the 120-seat parliament. This time around the Jewish state’s liberal circles have a variety of lists to choose from. … Read More >50 Shades of Israel’s Left? Here’s What Country’s Liberal Circles Have to Offer

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Lebanese Share Videos of Alleged Israeli Fighter Jets Flying Extremely Low Over Beirut

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Lebanon repeatedly stated that Israel regularly violates the country’s airspace, mainly to carry out strikes in Syria. A previous incident was recorded by Beirut citizens on Friday, who said that Israeli warplanes had been flying over the country’s south for about six hours. … Read More >Lebanese Share Videos of Alleged Israeli Fighter Jets Flying Extremely Low Over Beirut

Categories Latin America

Iranian-Flagged Ship Arrives in Venezuela Again Despite US Pressure, Tracking Data Suggests

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Venezuela and Iran, two nations which have been heavily targeted by US sanctions, have maintained their close cooperation in the fuel sector. Tehran has been sending ships to the South American nation to bring gasoline supplies or load them with Venezuelan crude for future exports. … Read More >Iranian-Flagged Ship Arrives in Venezuela Again Despite US Pressure, Tracking Data Suggests

Categories USA

Pentagon Aware of Possibility of Further Violence Prior to, During Biden Inauguration – Report

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Authorities are preparing for possible riots in DC in the wake of the recent grim events, when thousands of protesters stormed the US Capitol building to stop the congressional certification of Democrat Joe Biden’s victory. … Read More >Pentagon Aware of Possibility of Further Violence Prior to, During Biden Inauguration – Report

Categories USA

House to Consider Resolution Calling on Pence to Declare Trump ‘Incapable of Executing Duties’

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Calls for ousting Trump either through invoking the 25th Amendment or by launching a procedure of impeachment have been actively voiced following the US Capitol siege, with lawmakers accusing Trump of inciting the violence. … Read More >House to Consider Resolution Calling on Pence to Declare Trump ‘Incapable of Executing Duties’