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Syrian civil war Iran–Israel conflict during the Syrian Civil War Israeli airstrikes on Iranian weapons and missile depots near Damascus, Syria, kill six foreig

Syrian civil war Iran–Israel conflict during the Syrian Civil War Israeli airstrikes on Iranian weapons and missile depots near Damascus, Syria, kill six foreign nationals, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The headquarters of the Syrian Army's 4th Armoured Division is also hit. (Jewish Press)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 15, 2021

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2021 Myanmar protests, aftermath of the 2021 Myanmar coup d'état Myanmar's military junta deploys Tatmadaw troops and cuts Internet services in many parts of th

2021 Myanmar protests, aftermath of the 2021 Myanmar coup d'état Myanmar's military junta deploys Tatmadaw troops and cuts Internet services in many parts of the country hours after security forces fired live rounds to disperse a demonstration in the northern state of Kachin. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 15, 2021

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Israeli airstrikes on Iranian weapons and missile depots near Damascus, Syria, kill six foreign nationals, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.

Israeli airstrikes on Iranian weapons and missile depots near Damascus, Syria, kill six foreign nationals, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The headquarters of the Syrian Army's 4th Armoured Division is also hit. (Jewish Press)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 15, 2021

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Multiple rockets strike near Erbil International Airport in Kurdistan Region, Iraq, killing a foreign civilian contractor and wounding nine others, including a

Multiple rockets strike near Erbil International Airport in Kurdistan Region, Iraq, killing a foreign civilian contractor and wounding nine others, including a U.S. service member. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 15, 2021

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Myanmar's military junta deploys Tatmadaw troops and cuts Internet services in many parts of the country hours after security forces fired live rounds to disper

Myanmar's military junta deploys Tatmadaw troops and cuts Internet services in many parts of the country hours after security forces fired live rounds to disperse a demonstration in the northern state of Kachin. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 15, 2021

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Turkish authorities announce the detention of 718 people they accuse of having links to Kurdish militant groups.

Turkish authorities announce the detention of 718 people they accuse of having links to Kurdish militant groups. Among those arrested include pro-Kurdish Peoples' Democratic Party officials. The mass arrests are seen as a direct response to the murder of 13 Turkish hostages in Iraq. The Kurdistan Workers' Party blamed Turkish airstrikes on their bases for the deaths of the hostages. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 15, 2021

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War in Afghanistan, Afghan peace process New Zealand announces that it will withdraw its forces from Afghanistan by May.

War in Afghanistan, Afghan peace process New Zealand announces that it will withdraw its forces from Afghanistan by May. (Radio New Zealand)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 16, 2021

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A spokesperson for the rebel group Tigray People's Liberation Front claims that an estimated 100,000 troops (both Tigrayan and Ethiopian) have been killed durin

A spokesperson for the rebel group Tigray People's Liberation Front claims that an estimated 100,000 troops (both Tigrayan and Ethiopian) have been killed during the conflict. Three Ethiopian opposition parties previously claimed that an estimated 52,000 civilians have also died. (Europe External Programme with Africa) (Bloomberg)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 16, 2021

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2021 Myanmar protests Protesters in the capital Naypyidaw, Mandalay, and the country's largest city Yangon stage a record number of demonstrations against milit

2021 Myanmar protests Protesters in the capital Naypyidaw, Mandalay, and the country's largest city Yangon stage a record number of demonstrations against military junta since February 1 coup. Many of public and private employees and civil servant join demonstrations despite military's warning. (Voice of America)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 17, 2021

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A school pupil is killed and 27 others are kidnapped from their school in the early hours in Kagara, Niger State, Nigeria.

A school pupil is killed and 27 others are kidnapped from their school in the early hours in Kagara, Niger State, Nigeria. Three staff members and 12 of their relatives are also abducted. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 17, 2021

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Kagara kidnapping A school pupil is killed and 27 others are kidnapped from their school in the early hours in Kagara, Niger State, Nigeria.

Kagara kidnapping A school pupil is killed and 27 others are kidnapped from their school in the early hours in Kagara, Niger State, Nigeria. Three staff members and 12 of their relatives are also abducted. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 17, 2021

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Protesters in the capital Naypyidaw, Mandalay, and the country's largest city Yangon stage a record number of demonstrations against military junta since Februa

Protesters in the capital Naypyidaw, Mandalay, and the country's largest city Yangon stage a record number of demonstrations against military junta since February 1 coup. Many of public and private employees and civil servant join demonstrations despite military's warning. (Voice of America)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 17, 2021

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Iran–United States relations, United States sanctions against Iran The Biden administration rescinds the UN sanctions placed on Iran by his predecessor Donald T

Iran–United States relations, United States sanctions against Iran The Biden administration rescinds the UN sanctions placed on Iran by his predecessor Donald Trump, seen as a potential step towards rejoining the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. The "snapback" of sanctions had been ignored by the rest of the world. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 18, 2021

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The Biden administration rescinds the UN sanctions placed on Iran by his predecessor Donald Trump, seen as a potential step towards rejoining the Joint Comprehe

The Biden administration rescinds the UN sanctions placed on Iran by his predecessor Donald Trump, seen as a potential step towards rejoining the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. The "snapback" of sanctions had been ignored by the rest of the world. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 18, 2021

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2021 Myanmar coup d'état Canada and the United Kingdom announce sanctions on the military junta generals in response to the coup and the arbitrary detention of

2021 Myanmar coup d'état Canada and the United Kingdom announce sanctions on the military junta generals in response to the coup and the arbitrary detention of Aung San Suu Kyi and other political figures. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 18, 2021

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Canada and the United Kingdom announce sanctions on the military junta generals in response to the coup and the arbitrary detention of Aung San Suu Kyi and othe

Canada and the United Kingdom announce sanctions on the military junta generals in response to the coup and the arbitrary detention of Aung San Suu Kyi and other political figures. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 18, 2021

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ISIL insurgency in Iraq Secretary General of NATO Jens Stoltenberg announces an increase in NATO personnel in Iraq from 500 to around 4,000 amid a surge in ISIL

ISIL insurgency in Iraq Secretary General of NATO Jens Stoltenberg announces an increase in NATO personnel in Iraq from 500 to around 4,000 amid a surge in ISIL activity in the country. The training mission will also be expanded to more areas beyond Baghdad and include more Iraqi security institutions, according to Stoltenberg. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 18, 2021

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Secretary General of NATO Jens Stoltenberg announces an increase in NATO personnel in Iraq from 500 to around 4,000 amid a surge in ISIL activity in the country

Secretary General of NATO Jens Stoltenberg announces an increase in NATO personnel in Iraq from 500 to around 4,000 amid a surge in ISIL activity in the country. The training mission will also be expanded to more areas beyond Baghdad and include more Iraqi security institutions, according to Stoltenberg. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 18, 2021

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2021 Myanmar protests Mya Thwe Thwe Khaing, a young protester who was shot in the head last week, dies from her injuries, the first death since the opposition t

2021 Myanmar protests Mya Thwe Thwe Khaing, a young protester who was shot in the head last week, dies from her injuries, the first death since the opposition to the coup began and as pressure on the military mounts. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 19, 2021

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Buckingham Palace announces that Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex will be stripped of their royal patronages and honorary military app

Buckingham Palace announces that Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex will be stripped of their royal patronages and honorary military appointments following a review of the royal couple's position within the British royal family. The couple will retain their HRH titles but will no longer use them. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 19, 2021

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Kashmir conflict Two policemen are killed by unidentified gunmen at close range in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India.

Kashmir conflict Two policemen are killed by unidentified gunmen at close range in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. (The Indian Express)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 19, 2021

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Megxit Buckingham Palace announces that Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex will be stripped of their royal patronages and honorary milit

Megxit Buckingham Palace announces that Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex will be stripped of their royal patronages and honorary military appointments following a review of the royal couple's position within the British royal family. The couple will retain their HRH titles but will no longer use them. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 19, 2021

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Mya Thwe Thwe Khaing, a young protester who was shot in the head last week, dies from her injuries, the first death since the opposition to the coup began and a

Mya Thwe Thwe Khaing, a young protester who was shot in the head last week, dies from her injuries, the first death since the opposition to the coup began and as pressure on the military mounts. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 19, 2021

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Russian military intervention in the Syrian civil war At least 130 Russian airstrikes have killed 21 members of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant in the

Russian military intervention in the Syrian civil war At least 130 Russian airstrikes have killed 21 members of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant in the past 24 hours in the Badia desert, according to the opposition Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 20, 2021

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Syrian civil war Russian military intervention in the Syrian civil war At least 130 Russian airstrikes have killed 21 members of the Islamic State of Iraq and t

Syrian civil war Russian military intervention in the Syrian civil war At least 130 Russian airstrikes have killed 21 members of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant in the past 24 hours in the Badia desert, according to the opposition Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 20, 2021

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At least 130 Russian airstrikes have killed 21 members of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant in the past 24 hours in the Badia desert, according to the op

At least 130 Russian airstrikes have killed 21 members of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant in the past 24 hours in the Badia desert, according to the opposition Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 20, 2021

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2021 Myanmar protests, aftermath of the 2021 Myanmar coup d'état Facebook takes down the main page of the military of Myanmar a day after two protesters were ki

2021 Myanmar protests, aftermath of the 2021 Myanmar coup d'état Facebook takes down the main page of the military of Myanmar a day after two protesters were killed. The social media site said that the account violated its policies of "incitement to violence and coordinating harm". Earlier, the military had blocked Internet access in many parts of the country. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 21, 2021

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A Nigerian Air Force King Air 350 military plane crashes on approach to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, Nigeria, killing all seven people on boar

A Nigerian Air Force King Air 350 military plane crashes on approach to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, Nigeria, killing all seven people on board. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 21, 2021

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Facebook takes down the main page of the military of Myanmar a day after two protesters were killed.

Facebook takes down the main page of the military of Myanmar a day after two protesters were killed. The social media site said that the account violated its policies of "incitement to violence and coordinating harm". Earlier, the military had blocked Internet access in many parts of the country. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 21, 2021

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2021 Myanmar protests A general strike begins in Myanmar despite warnings by the Tatmadaw that further confrontations could cost lives.

2021 Myanmar protests A general strike begins in Myanmar despite warnings by the Tatmadaw that further confrontations could cost lives. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021

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A general strike begins in Myanmar despite warnings by the Tatmadaw that further confrontations could cost lives.

A general strike begins in Myanmar despite warnings by the Tatmadaw that further confrontations could cost lives. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 22, 2021

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Allied Democratic Forces insurgency Suspected ADF militants kill 13 people during two attacks in Beni, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Allied Democratic Forces insurgency Suspected ADF militants kill 13 people during two attacks in Beni, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 23, 2021

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Kivu conflict Allied Democratic Forces insurgency Suspected ADF militants kill 13 people during two attacks in Beni, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Cong

Kivu conflict Allied Democratic Forces insurgency Suspected ADF militants kill 13 people during two attacks in Beni, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 23, 2021

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Suspected ADF militants kill 13 people during two attacks in Beni, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Suspected ADF militants kill 13 people during two attacks in Beni, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 23, 2021

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2021 Maiduguri rocket attacks Boko Haram militants fire a series of rockets in Maiduguri, Borno, Nigeria, killing 10 civilians and wounding others.

2021 Maiduguri rocket attacks Boko Haram militants fire a series of rockets in Maiduguri, Borno, Nigeria, killing 10 civilians and wounding others. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021

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Boko Haram insurgency 2021 Maiduguri rocket attacks Boko Haram militants fire a series of rockets in Maiduguri, Borno, Nigeria, killing 10 civilians and woundin

Boko Haram insurgency 2021 Maiduguri rocket attacks Boko Haram militants fire a series of rockets in Maiduguri, Borno, Nigeria, killing 10 civilians and wounding others. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021

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Philippine drug war, PNP–PDEA shootout A mishandled sting operation between the national police and the country's drug enforcement agency in Quezon City results

Philippine drug war, PNP–PDEA shootout A mishandled sting operation between the national police and the country's drug enforcement agency in Quezon City results in the deaths of two police officers following a shootout between the two parties. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Feb 24, 2021

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2021 Kaduna and Katsina attacks Gunmen kill 36 people, wound several others, and burn down houses when they attack two villages in Kaduna and Katsina States, Ni

2021 Kaduna and Katsina attacks Gunmen kill 36 people, wound several others, and burn down houses when they attack two villages in Kaduna and Katsina States, Nigeria. Several attackers are also killed during an air operation by security forces. (Al Jazeera)