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Friday, 27 February 2015 00:00
Iran: Nuclear programme discussions as deadline looms
The P5+1 is a group of six world powers which in 2006 initiated diplomatic efforts with Iran with regard to Iran's nuclear program. They are UN Security Council members, (United States, Russia, China, United Kingdom, and…
Friday, 27 February 2015 00:00
South Africa: Iran pursuing South African technology to beat sanctions
The South African Security Agency (SSA) spied on Iran according to an Al-Jazeera report showing South Africa monitoring Iranian agents. Apparently South African intelligence agents reported that the Iranians were interested in technology used for satellite…
Friday, 27 February 2015 00:00
Mexico: Missing students - mysterious developments
Last November rioters demanded justice for 43 missing college students allegedly abducted by the municipal police in Iguala city in October. In January this year Mexico's government said the missing students had been handed over to…
Friday, 27 February 2015 00:00
China: Refugee influx from Myanmar
Myanmar has declared a state of emergency in a border region where fighting between the army and a self-styled militia called the National Myanmar Democratic Alliance Army has forced tens of thousands of civilians to flee…
Friday, 27 February 2015 00:00
Global: 40 days for life
In 252 cities across 19 countries Christians are uniting in a pro-life campaign called ’40 Days for Life’ which will run throughout Lent. The mission of the campaign is to unite the church in repentance, intercession,…
Friday, 27 February 2015 00:00
USA: Possible Presbyterian redefinition of marriage by 21 June
An amendment to the rules of the United States' largest Presbyterian denomination to recognise gay marriage has gained considerable support in its regional bodies, with 51 of 172 presbyteries already voting in favour of redefining marriage…