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The Russian leadership has allowed non-state groups to share its monopoly on violence. When they attack artists and intellectuals, the government can say it’s not responsible.
The International Campaign to Ban Landmines says 2,089 people were killed by mines in 2016, and that only Syria and Myanmar had government forces using mines
Smoke rises after a landmine exploded as fighters of Syrian Democratic Forces are clearing roads after the liberation of Raqqa, Syria October 18, 2017.
The US has continued to torture detainees held at the controversial detention center in Cuba, said the UN's expert on torture. He warned that enacting a policy of torture is among 'the most serious international crimes'.
Congress is reportedly working on a package of reforms that would prohibit using taxpayer money for settlements in sexual harassment claims against lawmakers.
Ali Abdullah Saleh, 75, was killed by Houthi rebels just outside the capital of Sana'a last week, three days after he broke his alliance with the rebels and called for a 'new page' in relations with the Saudi-led coalition
Houthi rebel fighters inspect the damage after a reported airstrike carried out by the Saudi-led coalition targeted the presidential palace in the Yemeni capital Sana'a, Dec. 5, 2017.
Demonstrators clash with security forces at a rally during a strike called to protest against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's government in Caracas, July 26, 2017. Photo: Thomson Reuters
