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Pope Francis calls for peaceful end to the Niger crisis

Aug 20, 2023

Pope Francis expressed hope Sunday for a peaceful solution to the crisis in Niger following the military coup in the West African nation.

3 killed in fighting between army, paramilitary

Apr 15, 2023

A Sudanese doctors’ group said at least three people were killed and dozens more injured in clashes

Myanmar's multi-pronged crises have 'deepened, expanded dramatically'

Jun 14, 2022

The political crisis unleashed in Myanmar following the February 1 military coup last year, has "opened new frontlines that had long been at peace,"

Myanmar announces amnesty for 814 prisoners

Feb 12, 2022

Myanmar on Saturday announced a pardon for 814 prisoners and seven foreign prisoners to mark the Diamond Jubilee Union Day, state-run media reports said.

Sudan forces disperse anti-coup protesters, arrest dozens

Nov 8, 2021

S Koreans send off former President Roh in small funeral

Oct 30, 2021

Ex-South Korean President Roh Tae-woo dies at 88

Oct 26, 2021

Former South Korean President Roh Tae-woo has died at the age of 88

Myanmar junta attacks western town that resisted coup

May 16, 2021

The US and British embassies in Myanmar expressed concern about reports of fierce government attacks on a town in western Chin state.

100 days in power, Myanmar junta holds pretense of control

May 11, 2021

After Myanmar’s military seized power by ousting the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi, it couldn’t even make the trains run on time. State railway workers were among the earliest organized opponents of the February takeover, and they went on strike.