Al-Assad’s Soldiers Hope for Amnesty. First, They Have to Take a Number.
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I have followed the Bali Nine case for 20 years. This is not about taking sides, except the side of time | Madonna King
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First reported deaths of North Korean soldiers fighting against Ukraine
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Shanahan: Campbell's days with 49ers numbered
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Lando Norris wins Abu Dhabi F1 GP as McLaren take first title since 1998
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First-time 'SNL' host Paul Mescal isn't afraid to have fun, and Church Lady returns
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Here's what to know before taking your first required minimum distribution
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Amnesty International accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza
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Chair of Amnesty International’s Israel branch resigns over genocide report
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Amnesty: Israel committing genocide in Gaza
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Amnesty International accuses Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians
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Amnesty accuses Israel of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza
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South Korean soldiers deployed to parliament did not have live ammunition, minister says
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Amnesty International says genocide is occurring in Gaza, an accusation Israel rejects
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