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Sudan’s accusations of Kenya siding with RSF are likely true
Analysts argue that Kenya’s hosting of the Sudanese Rapid Support Forces and the M23 militias in the Democratic Republic of Congo undermine its regional and international standing.
In his own words: Pope’s views on resigning changed over time
Speculation increases as Francis hands off more of his day-to-day duties to cardinals
Myanmar junta chief announces election for December or January
Critics have widely derided the promised polls as a sham to keep the generals in power through proxies
India says it is working to cut tariffs as it eyes US trade deal
Analysts say some lower tariffs are likely but not on farm products
Protests in Turkey demand protection from domestic violence
Critics accuse the government of overseeing restrictions on women’s rights
Cyclone Alfred, downgraded to tropical low, nears Australia
Heavy rainfall still threatens the region, officials say
Houthi rebels give Israel 4 days to lift blockade on Gaza aid
If Israel doesn't meet the deadline, 'we will resume our naval operations against the Israeli enemy,' the Houthis said
Trump appoints 2 from Fox News to Kennedy Center board
He selects Fox News host Laura Ingraham and Fox Business anchor Maria Bartiromo
US cancels $400M in funding to Columbia University
Trump administration accuses school of 'antisemitic harassment'
Trump order aims to deny student loan relief to some borrowers
Move would disqualify workers of nonprofit groups deemed to have engaged in ‘improper’ activities
South Korea’s President Yoon free after court quashes detention
His criminal and impeachment trials continue
US lawmaker backs tariffs, calls for changing China’s trade status
One way to deal with Communist China’s ‘abuse’ of American goodwill is to revoke China’s trade status and have it renewed annually, Republican lawmaker says
Shooting at Toronto pub wounds 12
Suspect still at large
Russian strikes on Ukraine kill at least 11, Kyiv says
At least 30 more injured
VOA Spanish: Why does it seem like there are more plane crashes now?
Although plane crashes seem to be more frequent, data show that commercial aviation is safer than ever. Experts explain to VOA how technology, strict protocols and media coverage influence this perception.
Click here for the full story in Spanish.
VOA Kurdish: Prices rise during Ramadan, residents express discontent
The price of goods have surged during Ramadan, leading to growing dissatisfaction among Girke Leg residents. Many say merchants are using the month as an opportunity to increase prices on essential items.
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VOA Kurdish: Khasfa mass grave in Mosul to be excavated
The Khasfa Well Pit, located south of Mosul, was a mass grave where thousands of victims were dumped during the ISIS era.
For more than six years, the site remained covered with sand. Now, the government has issued a decision to dig the pit and exhume the victims' remains.
Click here for the full story in Kurdish.
Social media storm throws cat owners in Kashmir into tizzy
Viral posts bad-mouthed their pets
Monarch butterflies wintering in Mexico rebound this year
Expert says improved numbers due to better climatic factors and humidity