BBC | The UN Security Council has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, after the US did not veto the measure in a shift from its previous position. It also demanded the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. It is the first time the council has called for a ceasefire since the war […]
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President Vo Van Thuong of Vietnam has resigned after one year in the post. The ruling Communist Party issued a statement Wednesday announcing Thuong’s resignation, citing “shortcomings” it says led to violations of rules that hurt the reputation of himself and the party. Thuong succeeded Nguyen Xuan Phuc, who resigned last March amid a massive
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Pope Francis has asked for special prayers for his predecessor Pope Emeritus Benedict whom he said is very sick. Making the announcement, Pope Francis said the 95-year-old pope who in 2013 became At the end of the General Audience, Pope Francis asks for “special prayers” for Benedict XVI “who is very ill.” The Holy See
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