Syrian insurgent chief killed in Russian air strike near Damascus
Zahran Alloush head of Jaysh al Islam and the largest rebel faction in the Damascus suburbs was killed in a Russian air strike on their secret headquarters. Rebel sources and authorities cite the death as part of Russia's ongoing campaign since September 30. No immediate Russian comment.
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Pope Francis urges unity against Islamist militants in Christmas address
In his Urbi et Orbi Christmas message from St. Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis calls for international unity to end atrocities in Syria Libya Iraq Yemen and sub-Saharan Africa. He denounces terrorism including Paris attacks and the Sinai plane downing and appeals for mercy and conversion.
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Modi makes surprise Pakistan visit raises peace hopes
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stunned Pakistan by visiting Lahore marking a rare direct engagement with Nawaz Sharif. Pakistani officials call it a goodwill stop aimed at reviving talks, signaling a more constructive phase before January diplomatic discussions.
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Sanctuary Movement Offers Refuge Amid Deportation Push
Leaders of the Sanctuary Movement vow to shelter immigrants facing deportation as Washington plans a large scale raid against Central American families. They cite religious duty and compare today’s migrants to Joseph and Mary, hoping churches can shield families during the crackdown.
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Study estimates BP spill exposed up to 320000 young sea turtles
University of Miami researchers say far more juvenile sea turtles from across the Atlantic were exposed to Deepwater Horizon oil than previously thought. Using a backtracking model, they estimate up to 320,000 young turtles could have encountered oil, expanding the spill’s perceived reach beyond the northern Gulf of Mexico.
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Gulf of Mexico
Nathan Putman
Cooperative Institute For Marine and Atmospheric Studies
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