Saudi Arabia condemns attacks on U.S. embassy in Baghdad
Saudi Arabia condemned attacks on the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, the Saudi foreign ministry said in statement published by the kingdom’s official press agency on Thursday.
Prominent South Sudan economist, 30 others pardoned by President Kiir
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir on Thursday pardoned dozens of prisoners including a prominent economist jailed for giving interviews to foreign media, saying it was a goodwill gesture to rejuvenate the country’s stalled peace process.
U.S. sees signs Iran or allies may be planning more attacks: Pentagon chief
U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper said on Thursday there were indications Iran or forces it backs may be planning additional attacks, warning that the “game has changed” and it was possible the United States might have to take preemptive action to prot…
Power imbalance in new Austrian coalition shows as deal is unveiled
The dominant position of Austrian conservatives led by Sebastian Kurz in their new governing alliance with the Greens was clear on Thursday as they presented a coalition deal heavy on law-and order measures that will displease the Greens’ base.
Ethiopia relaxes curbs on political gatherings with new anti-terror law
Ethiopia’s parliament on Thursday passed an anti-terrorism law that relaxed restrictions on political gatherings, broadening reforms introduced under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
Turkish parliament passes Libya deployment bill, but troops unlikely for now
Turkey’s parliament on Thursday overwhelmingly approved a bill that allows troops to be deployed in Libya, in a move that paves the way for further military cooperation between Ankara and Tripoli but is unlikely to put boots on the ground immediately.
Factbox: Highlights of Austrian conservative-Greens coalition deal
Austrian conservative leader Sebastian Kurz has struck a coalition deal with the Greens to ensure his return to power and bring the left-wing party into government for the first time.
UAE fund allocates $200 million to support economic projects in Pakistan: WAM
The de facto United Arab Emirates ruler, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan, instructed the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development to allocate $200 million to support small and medium economic projects in Pakistan, state news a…
Brussels court suspends extradition of ex-Catalan leader Puigdemont
A Brussels court has suspended the extradition of former Catalan pro-independence leader Carles Puigdemont, his lawyer said on Thursday.
Opposition website says at least 631 killed in Iran unrest
An opposition website said on Thursday that at least 631 people had been killed in Iran during unrest that broke out in November.
