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Wed, May 20

20 briefs

T theguardian.com

Published 2 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Channel 4 Faces Scrutiny Over Married at First Sight Allegations

Channel 4's leadership has issued an apology following serious allegations of sexual misconduct related to the reality show Married at First Sight UK.

Published 2 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Trial of DW Correspondent Alican Uludag in Turkey

Alican Uludag, a correspondent for Deutsche Welle, is facing trial in Turkey on charges that include insulting the president, after being in custody for three months.

Published 2 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - World • via dw.com

Decline in Tibetan Exiles Amidst Increased Chinese Control

The number of Tibetans seeking exile has significantly decreased due to heightened restrictions and dangers associated with escaping Beijing-controlled Tibet.

Published 2 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

Gaza Flotilla Activists Begin Hunger Strike

At least 87 activists detained during the Gaza flotilla have initiated a hunger strike in protest of their detention, as Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir publicly taunted them.

Published 2 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

Iran Issues Warning Amid U.S. Tensions

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have issued a warning about potential military action beyond the Middle East if the United States resumes attacks, coinciding with U.S. officials discussing progress toward a deal with Tehran.

T theguardian.com

Published 2 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Trump's Influence Grows in Republican Party Following Primary Results

Donald Trump's influence over the Republican Party has intensified following the defeat of Congressman Thomas Massie in a primary race, marking a significant moment in the party's dynamics.

Published 2 days ago • The New York Times - World • via nytimes.com

James Roscoe Abruptly Leaves Role as Deputy British Ambassador to the U.S.

James Roscoe has left his position as Deputy British Ambassador to the United States without an official explanation, marking a sudden change in the diplomatic landscape in Washington.

Published 2 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

San Diego Mosque Shooting Leaves Community in Mourning

A shooting at a San Diego mosque resulted in three fatalities, highlighting ongoing concerns about anti-Muslim sentiment in the U.S.

Published 2 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - World • via dw.com

China's Trade Engagement with Africa

China has expanded its market access to 53 African countries, promoting this initiative as a pathway to prosperity for the continent.

Published 2 days ago • Le Monde - International • via lemonde.fr

Tensions croissantes entre l'Iran et les États-Unis

L'Iran a menacé de répondre de manière dévastatrice à toute agression américaine, promettant une guerre qui pourrait s'étendre au-delà de la région.

Published 2 days ago • Al Quds Al Arabi - الرئيسية • via alquds.co.uk

انتقادات رئيس كوريا الجنوبية لإسرائيل بسبب اعتقال مواطنين

سول: قال الرئيس الكوري الجنوبي لي جاي ‌ميونج اليوم الأربعاء إن إسرائيل ألقت القبض على مواطنين كوريين جنوبيين في المياه الدولية، ووصف هذا التصرف بأنه “تجاوز صارخ للحدود”. ندد رئيس كوريا الجنوبية باعتقال إسرائيل مواطنين كوريين ضمن أسطول الصمود، وقال إن ذلك يمثل انتهاكا صارخا للقانون الدولي.

Published 2 days ago • RFI - Amériques • via rfi.fr

Trump consolide son influence au sein du Parti républicain

Donald Trump a renforcé son contrôle sur le Parti républicain en soutenant la défaite d'un élu du Kentucky lors des primaires.

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Published 2 days ago • Sky News Arabia - العالم • via skynewsarabia.com

تصريحات نائب الرئيس الأمريكي حول الحرب مع إيران

طمأن نائب الرئيس الأميركي جيه.دي فانس المواطنين، الثلاثاء، بأن حرب الرئيس دونالد ترامب مع إيران لن تتحول إلى "حرب أبدية"، مستغلا مؤتمرا صحفيا في البيت الأبيض للدفاع عن سياسات الرئيس في ظل تزايد التكهنات بشأن خليفته المحتمل. واشنطن: طمأن نائب الرئيس الأمريكي جيه.

Published 2 days ago • RFI - Moyen-Orient • via rfi.fr

Interception de la flottille pour Gaza par Israël

Les 430 membres de la « flotttille pour Gaza », interceptée lundi au large de Chypre par la marine israélienne, sont en route vers Israël, a annoncé dans la nuit de mardi à mercredi le ministère israélien des Affaires étrangères. La cinquantaine de bateaux composant la flottille Global Sumud avaient été interceptés lundi au large de Chypre.

Published 2 days ago • ABC News - International • via abcnews.com

Xi and Putin Meet in Beijing to Strengthen Ties

Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Beijing to reaffirm their countries' ties, shortly after a visit by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Published 3 days ago • France24 - Asie-Pacifique • via france24.com

Rencontre entre Xi Jinping et Vladimir Poutine à Pékin

Vladimir Poutine a rencontré Xi Jinping à Pékin pour discuter des relations sino-russes et d'autres enjeux internationaux.

Published 3 days ago • RFI - Une • via rfi.fr

Exemption de visas pour les ressortissants africains au Togo

Le Togo a annoncé l'exemption de visas pour tous les ressortissants africains, permettant des séjours de 30 jours sans visa.

Published 3 days ago • France24 English - Europe • via france24.com

EU Finalizes Trade Pact with the US Amid Tariff Threats

The European Union has reached a provisional agreement on a trade pact with the United States, responding to President Trump's threats of new tariffs.

Published 3 days ago • The New York Times - US • via nytimes.com

Trump-Backed Candidate Defeats Incumbent in Kentucky Primary

Ed Gallrein, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, has won the Republican primary against incumbent Representative Thomas Massie in Kentucky.

Published 3 days ago • Al Quds Al Arabi - الرئيسية • via alquds.co.uk

مجلس الشيوخ الأمريكي يدعم قراراً يحد من صلاحيات ترامب في حرب إيران

واشنطن: وافق مجلس ‌الشيوخ الأمريكي اليوم الثلاثاء على دفع قرار بشأن صلاحيات الحرب للأمام، وهو قرار من شأنه إنهاء الحرب مع إيران ما لم يحصل الرئيس دونالد ترامب على تفويض من الكونغرس، في ‌خطوة تمثل ‌انتقادا نادرا للرئيس الجمهوري، لكن هذا ‌الإجراء لا يزال بعيدا بعدة خطوات عن الدخول حيز التنفيذ. مضى مجلس الشيوخ الأمريكي في قرار يُلزم الرئيس دونالد ترمب بسحب القوات من القتال ضد إيران دون إعلان حرب أو تفويض من الكونغرس، وذلك بدعم من ديمقراطيين وجمهوريين.

Tue, May 19

4 briefs

T theguardian.com

Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Taiwan Travelogue Wins International Booker Prize

Taiwan Travelogue, a novel by Yáng Shuāng-zǐ, has made history by becoming the first book originally written in Mandarin Chinese to win the International Booker Prize.

Published 3 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

Senate Advances Resolution on Trump’s Iran War Powers

The U.S. Senate has voted to advance a resolution that would require President Trump to end military hostilities in Iran unless he secures congressional authorization.

Published 3 days ago • France24 - Afrique • via france24.com

Frappes aériennes conjointes au Nigeria

Des frappes aériennes menées par les armées nigériane et américaine ont tué 175 membres de l'État islamique dans le nord-est du Nigeria.

T theguardian.com

Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Investigation Underway After Woman Falls to Death in Open Manhole

A New York woman died after falling into an open maintenance hole in Manhattan, prompting an investigation into the incident.

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