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Myanmar protests continue as UN urged to hear ‘desperate pleas’
Crackdown on anti-coup protesters continues in Myanmar as UN envoy calls on Security Council to take immediate action.
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Pope Francis urges Iraq’s Muslims, Christians to unite for peace
Pope Francis travelled to the ancient city of Ur in southern Iraq to reinforce his message of interfaith tolerance.
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Thai protesters defy ban on gatherings to demand leaders’ release
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Ivory Coast votes in a parliamentary poll amid political turmoil
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