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China to strengthen global cooperation in COVID-19 vaccine trials
China will strengthen international cooperation in future COVID-19 clinical vaccine trials, building on earlier collaboration in vaccine development, the science and technology minister said on June 7.
Judges say investigation into war crimes in Afghanistan can proceed
Judges at the International Criminal Court on March 5 ruled that an investigation into alleged war crimes committed in Afghanistan by the Taliban, Afghan military and U.S. forces may proceed.
Trump administration against Turkey sanctions: Report
The U.S. President Donald Trump's administration is pushing back against efforts by lawmakers who seek to punish Turkey for buying Russian missiles, according to news website, the Daily Beast.
US sanctions won't last: Iran's Rouhani
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Dec. 17, American sanctions against the Islamic Republic will not last for long.
Speaking at a press conference before flying to Malaysia, Rouhani said world countries are seeking to establish friendly relations with Iran.
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Syrian Rebels Resist Jordan Pressure to Hand Over Border Crossing
Syrian opposition groups are resisting Jordanian pressure to hand control of a border crossing back to the Syrian government, a step that would be a major boost for President Bashar al-Assad and undermine rebel groups in southwestern Syria, reported Reuters.
Maduro claims vote win, opposition vows protests
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro claimed victory on July 31 in an internationally criticized election for an assembly to rewrite the constitution, but the opposition cried fraud and vowed to keep protesting despite a deadly crackdown.
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US gives final approval for Keystone XL pipeline
U.S. President Donald Trump's administration said on March 24 it has granted a permit for TransCanada to build the Keystone XL oil pipeline, giving final approval to a project his predecessor had halted over environmental concerns.
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Trump revokes Obama guidelines on transgender bathrooms
U.S. President Donald Trump's administration on Feb. 22 revoked landmark guidance to public schools letting transgender students use the bathrooms of their choice, reversing a signature initiative of former Democratic President Barack Obama.
Munich Security Conference starts with high-level attendance
The Munich Security Conference has started in Munich on Feb. 17 with top world leaders, diplomats and defense officials getting their first opportunity to meet with members of the U.S. President Donald Trump's administration amid concerns over the new president's commitment to NATO and posture toward Russia.
Iran vows 'roaring missiles' if threatened, defies new sanctions
A Revolutionary Guards commander said Iran would use its missiles if its security is under threat, as the elite force defied new U.S. sanctions on its missile program by holding a military exercise on Feb. 4.