Taliban, Afghan security forces hug during Eid ceasefire

Rare scenes have been reported in Afghanistan of Taliban fighters and government security forces shaking hands and embracing during an unprecedented ceasefire to mark Eid.

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Why China is moving millions to cities

To alleviate poverty, the Chinese government is moving 2 million villagers to cities in Guizhou province. Michele Palazzi photographed a changing way of life.

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US trade tactics put economy at risk, IMF says

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Anger in Hong Kong over Beijing's legal jurisdiction in new train station

Hong Kong lawmakers passed a controversial new bill Thursday allowing mainland Chinese laws to apply in a section of a new train station, despite protests by citizens and lawmakers.

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US claim drone strike kills Pakistan Taliban leader

A US drone strike in Afghanistan's northeastern Kunar province has killed the leader of the Pakistan Taliban (TTP), according to a Pakistan government official.

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UN calls for international inquiry into human rights violations in Kashmir

The United Nations slammed both Indian and Pakistani authorities Thursday for alleged human rights violations in the disputed Kashmir region, with the body's top rights official calling for an international inquiry into the claims.

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Pompeo calls reporter's question 'insulting'

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said that the statement between President Trump and Kim Jong Un included verification of denuclearization. However, the statement simply does not include verification.

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