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America’s Anti-ISIS Ally Makes One Final Sacrifice for Syria

After helping destroy ISIS, Syria’s Kurds are giving up the army that protected them, betting their future on a former jihadist.

  • America removes Syria from state sponsors of terrorism list.
  • Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) abandon military power.
  • SDF loses 80% of territory, dissolves as independent force.

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Why Was the CIA Chief in Moscow?

CIA Director John Ratcliffe made an unannounced visit to Moscow for talks with Russian intelligence officials. The purpose remains unclear, with analysts suggesting Iran, Ukraine, prisoner exchanges…

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Prabowo Talks 8,000-Hectare Farmland Plan in Quake-Hit Flores

Prabowo said he backs an 8,000-hectare farmland plan in quake-hit Flores as authorities coordinate post-earthquake recovery efforts in Nagekeo.

  • President Prabowo supports 8,000-hectare farmland development in Nagekeo Regency, Flores Island.
  • Agricultural plan discussed during post-earthquake coordination meeting on August 26.
  • Coastal land proposed for aquaculture, 100 hectares; inland area for farming.

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Property Tax, Residency Paperwork and Renovation Changes: News Digest

Tax and relocation updates lead the France headlines this week, with new reminders on taxe foncière exemptions, an upcoming impôt sur la fortune immobilière deadline and updated guidance for residency…

  • Seniors and certain beneficiaries eligible for property tax exemptions
  • IFI payments due by August 31st for high-asset property owners
  • MaPrimeRénov no longer supports gas heating during renovations

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Remembering Our Heroes

As Ukraine fills its towns and villages with portraits of fallen defenders, Russia promotes military service while invoking Orthodox symbols and relics to support its war effort.

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“Switch off their mics”: NCIC warns Kenyan churches over politicians’ 2027 hate speech

Kenyan church leaders should switch off politicians’ microphones when they use worship services to spread hate speech and incitement, the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has warned…

  • NCIC warns Kenyan churches to halt politicians' microphones during hate speech.
  • Bishop Kepha Nyamweya Omae urges clergy to take action against divisive political messages.
  • Churches face responsibility to prevent hate speech and incitement during services.
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