Rouhani Wins Re election in Iran by Wide Margin
Iran’s Interior Ministry reports Hassan Rouhani secured 56.9 percent of the vote in a presidential election with about 75 percent turnout. Challenger Ebrahim Raisi trailed at 38.6 percent as Rouhani’s victory boosts economic reform aims and engagement with Western powers. Rouhani captured nearly 23 million votes, improving on his 2013 tally of 18.6 million.
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U.S. calls on Rouhani to reform Iran policy
The United States urged Hassan Rouhani to halt support for destabilizing forces, end ballistic missile tests, and push for democratic reforms in a second term. Rex Tillerson spoke in Riyadh as Trump’s administration evaluates Iran policy amid tensions over its missile program and regional activity.
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NAACP fires president amid board vote
The national board dismissed Rev. Cornell William Brooks three years after he led the NAACP. Chair Leon Russell cites a need to fortify local chapters and navigate state policy amid a turbulent civil rights climate under President Trump. Russell says a new leader will be sought by year’s end, with interim management by staff.
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Disruptive passenger duct taped to seat on American flight
Anil Uskanil, a Turkish national, was handcuffed and escorted off an American Airlines flight to Honolulu after fellow passengers taped him to his seat. FBI agents arrested him. two F-22 jets scrambled to escort the plane, with the incident ending in Honolulu harboring further authorities.
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Venezuela marks 50th day of anti-government protests
Hundreds of thousands gathered nationwide to observe the 50th day of protests against President Nicolas Maduro. The unrest has left at least 46 dead, the deadliest period since Maduro took office in 2013.
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Gunmen Attack Bank in Gardez Afghanistan Claims Dozens Harmed
Gunmen stormed a bank in Gardez, capital of Paktia province, opening fire and killing at least two people with many wounded. Authorities say three attackers were killed and hospitals treated around 30 injured. No group claimed responsibility.
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