UN officials and a global watchdog on Friday criticized incomplete declarations from Syria on chemical weapons while its ally Russia sought to push back against the accusations. During a ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese envoy calls for prudent approach to issue of Syria’s chemical weapons
Some Security Council members simply refuse to listen to divergent views, hell-bent on pursuing pressure and attribution. They would label anyone who begs to differ as undermining the authority of the ... ( read original story ...)
Syria’s Chemical Weapons Declaration Cannot Be Considered Accurate, Complete, Director-General Tells Security Council
Syria’s initial declaration of chemical weapons on its territory cannot be considered accurate and complete, the head of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW ... ( read original story ...)
Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer rested for England’s tour of Sri Lanka
Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes have been rested for England’s two-match Test tour to Sri Lanka next month in preparation for a 2021 schedule that could have as many as 51 matches across all formats.The ... ( read original story ...)
Europeans, U.S. Accuse North Korea of Using Pandemic to Crack Down on Rights
The United Nations Security Council discussed on Friday human rights abuses in North Korea after the issue was raised by seven members who accused Pyongyang of using the coronavirus pandemic "to crack ... ( read original story ...)
Film shows how Yemen’s health workers struggle to save young victims of malnutrition
The youngest casualties of the civil war are not from fighting. Malnutrition kills some children and stunts the growth of others. A new film profiles the work of doctors and nurses who treat them. ( read original story ...)
As US troops drawdown from Afghanistan, growing concern about what lies ahead
KABUL – The drawdown in Afghanistan is underway -- after almost 20 years, bases are being closed, and troops are heading home. Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of staff, has suggested ... ( read original story ...)
Rohingya widow seeks compensation from Myanmar government for death of her husband
"I am seeking justice for my husband and for all Rohingya, who have faced many similar issues," said Setara Begum. ( read original story ...)
Earthquake of 4.6 magnitude strikes Iran
A 4.6-magnitude earthquake hit Iran in the early hours of Saturday morning, according to the National Seismic Network (NCM).The quake hit the south of Iran at 12.47am UAE time, the NCM said in a tweet ... ( read original story ...)
EU to discuss arms exports to Turkey with NATO and U.S., Merkel says
EU leaders plan to discuss arm exports to Turkey with NATO allies and Washington, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Friday, after Greece pushed for an arms embargo on Ankara. ( read original story ...)