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British intelligence prevents assassination attempt on Pope Francis in Iraq

British intelligence prevents assassination attempt on Pope Francis in Iraq

During Pope Francis' visit to Iraq in 2021, British intelligence prevented a terrorist attack. Suicide bombers, including a woman with explosives, were planning an attack in Mosul.

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Pope says he escaped double assassination attempt during visit to Iraq 2021

Pope says he escaped double assassination attempt during visit to Iraq 2021

In his new autobiography, Pope Francis spoke about an attempted terrorist attack against him in Iraq in 2021. British intelligence warned of suicide bombers, who were later neutralized by the Iraqi police.

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In Georgia's elections: ballot stuffing and smashing of electronic ballot boxes

In Georgia's elections: ballot stuffing and smashing of electronic ballot boxes

In Georgia's parliamentary elections, police are investigating mass ballot stuffing at a polling station in Marneuli. In Baghdat municipality, a voter smashed electronic voting equipment.

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In anticipation of Israel's revenge: Iran announces suspension of indirect talks with the US

In anticipation of Israel's revenge: Iran announces suspension of indirect talks with the US

Iran suspended indirect talks with the United States in Oman due to tensions with Israel. Iran's Foreign Minister said that the talks will not resume until the current crisis is overcome.

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US strikes in Iraq, killing four people - media

US strikes in Iraq, killing four people - media

The US carried out an air strike on the base of the Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces south of Baghdad. As a result, 4 members of the group were killed and 4 others were wounded. This is the first known US strike in Iraq since February.

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British court allows WikiLeaks founder Assange to appeal extradition to the US

British court allows WikiLeaks founder Assange to appeal extradition to the US

The High Court of London has ruled that WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will have the opportunity to appeal the decision to extradite him to the United States, where he faces espionage charges related to the publication of classified documents.

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EU and US express concern over criminalization of same-sex relations in Iraq

EU and US express concern over criminalization of same-sex relations in Iraq

The EU and the US have expressed concern over Iraq's new law criminalizing LGBTQ+ relationships with up to 15 years in prison, criticizing it as a threat to human rights and freedoms.

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A military base south of Baghdad in Iraq was hit by an air strike

A military base south of Baghdad in Iraq was hit by an air strike

An airstrike on a military base south of Baghdad used by the Iraqi militant group al-Hashd al-Shaabi caused material damage, but no casualties were reported.

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Iraq intends to launch an oil pipeline to supply Turkey in 10 years

Iraq intends to launch an oil pipeline to supply Turkey in 10 years

Iraq is planning to repair the Kirkuk-Ceyhan oil pipeline to Turkey, which will allow it to export up to 350,000 barrels per day by the end of the month, which could cause tensions with the Kurdish authorities over control of oil revenues.

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British court postpones extradition of WikiLeaks founder Assange to the US

British court postpones extradition of WikiLeaks founder Assange to the US

The High Court in London has decided to postpone the extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to the United States until the appeal is completed.

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US drone strike kills Iraqi group leader behind deadly attack on US base

US drone strike kills Iraqi group leader behind deadly attack on US base

A U. S. drone strike in Baghdad killed the commander of the Iraqi group Kataib Hezbollah, who was responsible for planning and participating in attacks on U.S. troops in the region.

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Reuters: 40 people killed in US air strikes on targets in Iraq and Syria

Reuters: 40 people killed in US air strikes on targets in Iraq and Syria

According to reports, 40 people were killed in US air strikes on targets in Iraq and Syria.

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Iraq claims 16 killed in overnight US airstrikes

Iraq claims 16 killed in overnight US airstrikes

16 people are killed and 25 wounded in US airstrikes on pro-Iranian targets in Iraq, according to the Iraqi Prime Minister's office.

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"We are not afraid of war": Iran warns US it won't let any attack go unanswered

"We are not afraid of war": Iran warns US it won't let any attack go unanswered

Iran warns that it will respond decisively to any US attack and will not tolerate threats in response to the ballistic missile attack on a US base in Jordan that killed three US soldiers.

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Bloomberg: Attack on US base in Jordan puts Biden in front of the most significant challenge of his presidency

Bloomberg: Attack on US base in Jordan puts Biden in front of the most significant challenge of his presidency

The US said Iranian-backed militants attacked troops stationed in northeastern Jordan near the Syrian border, killing three and wounding 25 others.

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