Iraqi parliament approves key cabinet posts, including US-sanctioned deputy PM | The National
Politicians vote to name son-in-law of former prime minister Nouri Al Maliki as interior minister
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US approves Iraqi government integrating Iran-backed factions in new cabinet
US approves Iraqi government integrating Iran-backed factions in new cabinet Washington has approved the inclusion of Iran-backed factions in the new Iraqi government, according to diplomatic sources. A source told AFP that Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi "obtained the tacit approval of the United States" during his visit in September for the United Nations General Assembly, where he met with President Donald Trump. The main point of contention was the appointment of Laith al-Khazali, brother of…
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Clashes erupt at Argentine student protests against President Milei's austerity policies
Demonstrators clashed with police as President Javier Milei's decision not to release funding for universities brought students and employees to the streets. Protesters say the country's future is at stake.
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Indian police launch New Delhi clampdown for Cockroach Party rally
Cockroach Janta Party standoff with government extended as youth-led movement calls protest over jailing of activists.