MOSCOW, May 14 (Reuters) – Russia is establishing a “full-fledged partnership” with Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban and is encouraging other countries in the region to expand cooperation with Kabul, a senior Russian security official was quoted on…
Category: 3. Middle East
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Lionel Messi scores two goals as Inter Miami rally to beat Cincinnati | Football News
Argentinian star forward’s brace and an assist steer Miami to their fifth consecutive away victory in the MLS in the US.
Published On 14 May 2026
Lionel Messi scored his 10th and 11th goals and had an assist, while German Berterame…
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Japanese snacks go black-and-white: Why Iran war is driving up ink prices | Business and Economy News
The US-Israeli war on Iran is draining the colour from Japan’s supermarket shelves, with the biggest crisp makers swapping once-vibrant packaging for monochrome as a result of a shortage of ink.
Tokyo-based Calbee, one of the most popular brands…
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Trump praises China as he ignores question about Taiwan | Al Jazeera
NewsFeed US President Donald Trump ignored a reporter’s question on Taiwan as he visited the Temple of Heaven with President Xi Jinping in Beijing. During high-stakes talks, Xi reportedly warned of potential conflict if the US ‘mishandled’…
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UK artist defends ‘Drawings Against Genocide’ show after cancellation | Arts and Culture News
Norfolk, United Kingdom – Matthew Collings, an English artist in his 70s, sketches on the papers in front of him at his home in the scenic coastal county of Norfolk.
Over the past six years, since moving away from the art commentary and…
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Nepal in a bind as US-China drone war reaches Everest | Mount Everest News
Kathmandu, Nepal – On May 1, a team of officials from the United States – led by President Donald Trump’s special envoy for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor – took a helicopter to the base camp of Mount Everest.
Located at an altitude…
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California questions FIFA’s possible violations in World Cup ticket sales | World Cup 2026 News
California attorney general asks FIFA to explain why the categories of some tickets were changed after being sold.
Published On 14 May 2026
California has contacted FIFA over possible legal violations in the sale of World Cup tickets…
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How China changed Rubio name to let him join Trump summit despite sanctions | Explainer News
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The state secretary, who is under Chinese sanctions, is on a state visit to Beijing under the name ‘Marco Lu’.
Published On 14 May 2026
How did United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio enter China despite being under…
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Philippine politician wanted by ICC flees Senate | ICC News
Police spokesperson Randulf Tuano says one person has been arrested after gunshots rang out in Senate.
Published On 14 May 2026
The Philippine Senate President says that a politician wanted by the International Court (ICC) was no…
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What is at stake as Fatah holds its 8th general congress? | Elections News
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Delayed for years, the congress is seen as a pivotal moment for Palestinian leadership consolidation amid war and succession talk.
The Palestinian National Liberation Movement (Fatah) is convening its eighth general congress on Thursday,…
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