A series of massive explosions that rocked Jordan's second largest city early on Friday was caused by mortar shells stored at an army munitions depot warping in an intense heat wave, the army said. ( read original story ...)
BRIEFING NOTES – Cambodia
Since 31 July, when prominent trade unionist Rong Chhun was arrested at his home in Phnom Penh by around 30 police officers, we have documented the arrest of 24 human rights defenders in Cambodia – ... ( read original story ...)
More U.S. military supplies enter NE Syria: report
Fifty truckloads of military gears and logistic supplies for the U.S.-led coalition entered Syria from Iraq on Saturday, a war monitor reported. The convoy entered through the al-Walid crossing and ... ( read original story ...)
Saudi coalition in Yemen launches air strikes in Sanaa – coalition-backed Yemeni forces, residents
ADEN (Reuters) - The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen launched air strikes early on Saturday on two sites in the capital Sanaa, which is controlled by the Houthi movement, residents and a spokesman for ... ( read original story ...)
In Afghanistan, a drug sparks hope — and charges of quackery
He explained the substance's addictive potential — and its lack of effectiveness as a remedy for Covid-19. Because narcotics are regulated under Afghan law, their distribution as an herbal remedy is ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: South Korea’s Covid detectives
Contact tracers battle long hours and awkward conversations as they try to get suspected carriers to co-operate. ( read original story ...)
Pompeo says U.S. ‘deeply concerned’ over Turkey actions in east Med
The United States remains "deeply concerned" about Turkey's actions in the eastern Mediterranean, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Saturday, urging a diplomatic end to a simmering crisis over ... ( read original story ...)
Greece-Turkey tensions: Greece announces military boost
France has backed Greece in the dispute with Turkey, and earlier this week President Emmanuel Macron stressed the importance of being "clear and firm" with Turkey, which he accuse ... ( read original story ...)
Greece signals military boost amid Turkey tensions
Greece has announced a significant weapons purchase as tensions with neighbouring Turkey rise.The new arms include 18 French Rafale fighter jets, four frigates and four navy helicopters, Prime ... ( read original story ...)
Erdoğan warns Macron: ‘Don’t mess with Turkey’
Turkish leader hits back after criticism from French president over warship deployment ... ( read original story ...)