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The law, which includes the death penalty as a punishment in some cases, has been strongly condemned, including by the United States.

The attack on clearly marked vehicles run by the World Central Kitchen shows how dangerous relief work has been during the war, and adds fuel to accusations that Israel has bombed indiscriminately.

Han Dong, a member of Parliament who is accused of benefiting from the Chinese government’s help, testified at a public hearing on foreign interference.

Israel can likely argue that its actions did not violate international law’s protections for diplomatic missions, experts say.

Senegal’s new president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, took the oath of office in Tuesday’s ceremony. Close behind him sat the popular opposition leader who had clinched the win.

The quake set off aftershocks and damaged dozens of buildings, killing nine people and leaving many injured or trapped.

Rescue efforts in the city were centered on two buildings, one of which appeared near collapse. Some roads to the region were cut off.

Antigovernment demonstrators took to the streets for the third night in a row to call for early elections.

The area, known for a famous gorge and aquamarine waters, sits on several active faults.

City officials kicked off a new project to create a monumental, pedestrian-friendly, archaeological area downtown, but some critics worry the plans puts tourists before residents.