UN human rights leader calls for Cuba sanctions to be ‘lifted immediately’
Volker Turk, the UN’s high commissioner for human rights, warns that ‘children are dying’ as result of US oil blockade.

Volker Turk, the UN’s high commissioner for human rights, warns that ‘children are dying’ as result of US oil blockade.







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Violence that paralysed two Mogadishu districts subsides, but opposition rejects president’s rule and vows to fight on.
The run-off follows a tumultuous first round of voting, which saw long lines, delayed results and accusations of fraud.
High visa application fees, equally high rejection rates, an unwelcoming America, and the war combine to deter fans.

Putin says ‘too early’ to talk about staying in power until 2036.
Congressman Ro Khanna says the integration push only boosts Netanyahu, but his push to revoke the measure fell short.
Republicans seek to pass $70bn immigration-enforcement funding, but must endure series of votes on controversial issues.
The Trump administration has supported Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz after his electoral victory over left-wing MAS.
‘Long road’ remains ahead as bill garners 73 co-sponsors one year after its introduction in Congress, advocates say.
Advocates warn that 51 people have disappeared during Ecuador’s military operations, leaving loved ones without answers.
Despite serving as Trump’s national security adviser, Bolton has emerged as a top critic of the president.