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September 2023
C.I.A. Discloses Identity of Second Spy Involved in ‘Argo’ Operation
The movie about the daring mission to rescue American diplomats from Tehran portrayed a single C.I.A. officer sneaking into the Iranian capital. In reality, the agency sent two officers. Share…
Belgian court halts decision denying housing to single male asylum seekers
Belgium’s Council of State suspended on Wednesday the decision by Secretary of State for Asylum and Migration Nicole de Moor to temporarily suspend the reception of single men by the…
Former Swedish PM accuses far-right leader of fuelling Quran crisis
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has allowed the far-right Sweden Democrats to inflame the Quran-burning crisis, Sweden’s former prime minister and leader of the Social Democratic Party, Magdalena Andersson, said…
Activists: Portugal’s public transport fares must be adapted to remote work
Public transport in Portugal must adapt to the trend of remote work and offer easier, cheaper and more flexible fares alternatives, according to the Portuguese environmental association Zero, which has…
White House Strategy on Impeachment: Fight Politics With Politics
The White House says it is battling the inquiry in the court of public opinion since House Republicans have not issued any new subpoenas or laid out any potential articles…
Maltese journalists demand action, reform from government
More than 130 Maltese journalists, broadcasters, researchers, media platforms and activists have called on Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela to make good on his long-time promises to strengthen the media…
Lampedusa hotspot collapses as police and migrants clash
Thousands of migrants rescued by Italian authorities and currently waiting to be relocated clashed with police on Wednesday after they demanded to be transferred to suitable housing. Italy is facing…
Spain’s centre-right forces unite to block amnesty law
Spain’s main centre-right opposition party, the Partido Popular (EPP), and the Societat Civil Catalana joined forces to oppose the future amnesty law for those involved in the 20
EU Ambassador in Tirana: Population census important for Albania bloc membership
The much-delayed population census is set to start next week in Albania, with EU Ambassador to the country, Luigi Soreca, stating it is important in the context of its accession…