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Turkey police disperse pro-LGBTQ protesters with tear gas

Turkish police fired tear gas at pro-LGBTQ demonstrators in the western city of Izmir on Monday, as activists protested a nationwide crackdown that saw dozens arrested over the weekend in a campaign authorities described as defending traditional family values.

Turkey police disperse pro-LGBTQ protesters with tear gas

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Ruto: Dangote Lamu oil refinery launch set for September 30

President William Ruto has announced that construction of a major oil refinery in Lamu linked to Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote will be launched on September 30, 2026. Ruto said the project is part of the government’s plans to increase investment in Kenya’s mineral resources, including oil deposits in Turkana.

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