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Believed to be Made by Muslims in China's Labour Camps, US Seizes Products made from Human Hair
The Chinese government continues to carry out a campaign of repression in Xinjiang, targeting Uyghurs, ethnic Kazakhs, ethnic Kyrgyz, and members of other Muslim minority groups, the State Department said.
US Commerce Dept Warns Firms of Human Rights Abuse Risks in China's Xinjiang Province
The advisory seeks to add more U.S. pressure on China at a time of heightened tensions over China's treatment of Muslim Uighurs in Xinjiang and Beijing's new national security law for Hong Kong.
Calls for UN Probe of China Forced Birth Control on Uighurs, Other Minorities
The AP found that the Chinese government regularly subjects minority women in Xinjiang to pregnancy checks and forces intrauterine devices, sterilization and even abortion on hundreds of thousands.
French Defence Minister Condoles Death of Indian Soldiers in Galwan
Recalling that India is France's strategic partner in the region, French Defence Minister Florence Parly reiterated her country's deep solidarity with the country.
Bangladesh Defence Secretary Dies of Coronavirus-related Complications
Abdullah Al Mohsin Chowdhury died after suffering a cardiac arrest during his treatment at the hospital.
CanSino's Covid-19 Vaccine Candidate Approved for Military Use in China
China's Central Military Commission approved the use of the vaccine by the military on June 25 for a period of one year, CanSino said in a filing.
US Sanctions, Coronavirus Make for Iran's Toughest Year, Says President Rouhani
The coronavirus crisis has exacerbated economic problems that worsened after US President Donald Trump withdrew in 2018 from Iran's nuclear deal with major powers and reimposed sanctions.
Nepal Fast-Tracks Border Road Building to Cut Dependence on India, Improve China Access
The prime focus of speedy construction of this road is to reduce the dependence of Nepalese citizens on Indian roads.
As Crowds Topple Statues, Trump Makes Damaging National Monuments Punishable Offence With Up To 10 Years Jail
In some cities, protesters have pulled down or vandalized statues and memorials of historical figures -- such as Confederate leaders -- who defended slavery.
US Doubles Bounty to $10 Million on New ISIS Chief Who Succeeded Baghdadi
The Department of State's Rewards for Justice Program on Wednesday increased its reward from $5 million to $10 million for information leading to the identification or location of Amir Muhammad Sa'id Abdal-Rahma al-Mawla.
US Warns Russia, China of UN Isolation if Iran Arms Ban Extension Blocked
The 13-year-old arms restrictions on Iran are due to expire in October under the terms of Tehran's 2015 nuclear deal with world powers. Russia and China have signaled they oppose extending the embargo.
Global Coronavirus Death Toll Surges Past 4,75,000, Europe Remains Worst-hit
The death toll has doubled in under two months and in total 477,117 fatalities have been recorded from 9,263,743 cases across the globe.
Pakistan Begins Construction of Rs 1st Ever Hindu Temple in Islamabad, to Cost 10 Crore
Religious Affairs Minister Pir Noorul Haq Qadri said the government will bear the cost of the construction, currently estimated at Rs 10 crore.
Latin America and Caribbean Pass 1 Lakh Covid-19 deaths, More Than Half of Them in Brazil
Brazil has the second-highest COVID-19 death toll in the world, after the United States, at more than 52,640 fatalities out of 1,145,906 confirmed cases.
'Collateral Damage': Families of Indian Professionals Separated by New Trump Visa Order Seek Answers
Trump's proclamation temporarily suspends the entry of people arriving on a range of work visas including the H-1B for skilled workers, often those in the tech industry.
US Secret Service Tells Press to Immediately Leave White House in Unusual Move, Gives No Reason
The decision came during an ongoing demonstration in Lafayette Square, across the street from the White House where protestors were trying to bring down a statue of former President Andrew Jackson that stands in the middle of the park.
