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UN says regrets escalating violence in once peaceful parts of South Sudan
The UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) on Monday said it was worryingly concerned about the recent increase in violence along tribal lines and internal fighting which has resulted in the death and displacement of civilians in the central and northern regions of South Sudan over the weekend.
Kenya says poaching declines amid stiff penalties for culprits
Kenya has recorded a decline in poaching of elephants and rhinos in the recent past thanks to enhanced vigilance at wildlife sanctuaries and speedy prosecution of culprits.
Democrats unveil 2 articles of impeachment against Trump
House Democrats announced two articles of impeachment Tuesday against President Donald Trump — abuse of power and obstruction of Congress -- pushing toward historic votes over charges he corrupted the U.S. election process and endangered national security.
Angola, IMF sign public finance management agreement
Angolan government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) signed on Tuesday a public finance management agreement for the implementation of a technical assistance program in the country.
5th Gulf Defense and Aerospace exhibition opens in Kuwait
The 5th Gulf Defense and Aerospace (GDA) exhibition kicked off on Tuesday at the Kuwait International Fairground in Hawalli Governorate with the participation of more than 200 armament companies from 31 countries and regions.
UN calls on Somali youth to promote human rights protection for stability
The UN senior envoy in Somalia on Tuesday called on the country's youth to build on progress made to date in enshrining human rights as a vital foundation of their society.
San Francisco art museum eyes more public interest in Chinese artistic influence after renovation project
The Asian Art Museum (AAM) of San Francisco is home to collections of many Chinese and other Asian art masterpieces, which will offer visitors an improved viewing experience with their redesigned features enhanced by distinctive casework, vibrant colors and special lighting, the museum's chief said Monday.
Saudi king urges regional unity against Iran's "hostility"
Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on Tuesday urged the Gulf region to unite against Iran's "hostility" during his opening speech at the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit in Riyadh, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Separatists in eastern Ukraine ready for prisoner exchange
Separatists in eastern Ukraine say they are ready to swap prisoners with Kyiv in an exchange announced by the Russian and Ukrainian presidents after peace talks in Paris on Monday.
Qatar emir not attending annual Gulf summit in Saudi Arabia
A summit of Arab Gulf nations opened on Tuesday in Saudi Arabia without Qatar's ruler in attendance, despite signs of a thaw in a diplomatic crisis that has gripped the regions U.S. allies.