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Middle East Politics · SyriaMore than fifteen people were killed and dozens injured in Syria's predominantly Druze city of Sweida in the latest bout of sectarian clashes between Druze gunmen and Bedouin Sunni tribes, witnesses said on Sunday.See the Story
More than 80 killed in violent clashes in predominantly Druze Syrian city
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Cameroon · CameroonCameroon’s 92-year-old president announced Sunday he will seek his eighth term in the upcoming October elections. The announcement comes after months of speculation that the aging leader would not run, setting the stage for an electoral showdown.See the Story
Cameroon’s 92-Year-Old President Seeks 8th Term Amid Health Rumors and Political Challenges
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United Nations · GazaAid groups warned of surging numbers of malnourished children in war-ravaged Gaza as a trio of European powers prepared to hold an "emergency call" Friday on the deepening humanitarian crisis.See the Story
Aid Groups Warn of Starving Children as European Powers Discuss Gaza
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