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Ethiopia’s Army Accused of War Crimes in Amhara Region

Human Rights Watch urges UN to launch a probe into the 'summary killings' carried out by government forces in January.

Biden, Netanyahu to Address Gaza Aid Deaths: US Official | TOME

WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will speak on Thursday, a US official said, in their first call since an Israeli strike killed seven aid workers in Gaza. The call comes after Biden expressed outrage over the deaths of the employees of the US-based World Central Kitchen group and said Israel must do more to protect aid workers and civilians. “I can confirm President Biden and Prime Minister Netanyahu will speak tomorrow,” a US official with knowledge of the matter told AFP on Wednesday.

Israel Protests Demand Netanyahu’s Departure: Will It Happen?

As ceasefire talks with Hamas drag on, thousands of Israelis are calling for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to go.

Tonga ministers resign amid monarch standoff | TOME

Crisis erupted last month after King Tupou VI abruptly withdrew 'confidence and consent' for three ministries.

Iran’s Raisi vows response to consulate strike in Damascus

BEIRUT: Iran has vowed to respond to Israel’s attack on its Damascus consulate. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, speaking via video at a Hezbollah event in Beirut’s southern suburb on Wednesday, described the Israeli missile strike as “the pinnacle of failure and loss.” On the giant screen at the Jerusalem Day celebrations, Raisi added: “Washington is an inevitable partner in the Israeli crimes in Gaza. The attack on the Iranian consulate will receive a response from the brave resistance.”

Media pressured to tell ‘positive’ story as China tightens grip

State-linked Sixth Tone news outlet, known for its coverage of socioeconomic issues, comes under scrutiny.

Russia-Ukraine War: Key Events on Day 770 | TOME

As the war enters its 770th day, these are the main developments.

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