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Protestors block Serbian courthouse over deadly roof collapse
The roof collapse at Novi Sad railway station on November 1 claimed 15 lives, with critics blaming systemic corruption and poorly executed renovations.
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Iran, Venezuela forge closer industrial ties as sanctions-hit allies meet in Caracas
Iran and Venezuela launched their 10th Joint Economic Cooperation Commission at an event in Caracas on November 19, with high-level delegations from both countries attending amid strengthening bilateral ties.
Russian carmaker AvtoVAZ delays Iran market entry to 2025
Russian automaker AvtoVAZ has pushed back its planned entry into the Iranian market to 2025, the company's chief executive Maxim Sokolov announced on November 19, marking a significant delay from the previously targeted 2024 launch.
Qatar says Hamas office remains open in Doha
Qatar confirmed that Hamas leaders involved in Gaza ceasefire negotiations are not currently in Doha, while denying reports that it plans to close the Palestinian group's political office in the Persian Gulf state.
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Emirates suspends Iraq and Lebanon flights until end of November
Emirates airlines announced on November 19 it has suspended flights to and from Baghdad until the end of November, amid growing geopolitical tensions in the region.
Russia blocks UN Security Council resolution on Sudan humanitarian crisis
Russia vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan on November 18 as the country continues to grapple with a deadly war that has displaced millions and spurred a desperate humanitarian crisis.
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French President Macron leads opposition to EU-Mercosur deal as hopes for G20 breakthrough fade
French President Emmanuel Macron has reaffirmed France's opposition to the European Union-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement (FTA) during his meeting with Argentine President Javier Milei at Casa Rosada on November 17.
Tbilisi protest camp raided by police
Opposition calls for “mobile protests” after police forcibly disperse camp in early hours of November 19.
G20 summit wraps up with a joint statement strong on sentiment, but short on specifics
The G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro wrapped up with a joint declaration condemning war and calling for climate change action, but short on specifics.
Moldova’s government replaces three ministers in cosmetic reshuffle
Reshuffle promised by President Maia Sandu to tackle public discontent with pro-EU administration falls short of expectations.
Candidate quits Romanian presidential race in last minute attempt to unify centre-right
Ludovic Orban’s decision to step aside likely too late to prevent division of centre-right vote among multiple candidates, benefitting far-right politician George Simion.
Watchdog warns Western Balkan banks are conduits for money laundering
Criminal networks are exploiting banks and other financial institutions across the Western Balkans to move illicit money across borders, says a report by the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.
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Iraq refuses fossil fuel phaseout at COP29
Iraq's parliamentary delegation has rejected calls to phase out fossil fuels at the United Nations Climate Summit COP29 in Baku, citing their crucial role in the national economy.
Protest camp in Tbilisi enters second night as Georgian president calls for new elections
Protesters camped on main city centre road reject the results of October general election that delivered a victory for Georgian Dream.
Several top Armenian officials resign amid political shake-up
Resignations announced after PM Nikol Pashinyan criticised judicial and law enforcement reforms.
Peru's APEC summit exposes trade tug-of-war between Beijing and Washington
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Lima, Peru, concluded amid geopolitical shifts, with major decisions highlighting the importance of the region in a rapidly changing global landscape.
President of Georgia's separatist Abkhazia resigns
Aslan Bzhania stepped down after protesters occupied government offices to prevent the adoption of a controversial investment agreement with Russia.
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Iran's foreign minister slams "Musk rumours"
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticised "rumours" of a meeting between Iran's UN representative and American billionaire, Elon Musk, blaming it on "cognitive bias."
Colombia seeks BRICS membership, deepens Russia ties during Moscow talks
Colombia has expressed interest in joining the BRICS as part of its effort to expand international alliances and access new funding opportunities.
Biden gives Ukraine long-range missile permission, Putin threatens direct clash with Nato
US President Joe Biden finally granted Ukraine permission to use long-range Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) missiles in strikes deeper into Russian territory, but has imposed restrictions on their use, according to reports on November 17.