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United States to put United Nations focus on Iran protests

UNITED NATIONS, (Reuters) – The United States will next week put the United Nations spotlight on protests in Iran sparked by the death of a young woman in police custody and look for ways to promote credible, independent investigations into Iranian human rights abuses.

A general view of the Shah Cheragh Shrine after an attack in Shiraz, Iran October 26, 2022. Amin Berenjkar/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS

Iran’s Khamenei vows revenge after deadly attack on shrine

DUBAI,  (Reuters) – Iran’s supreme Leader vowed today to retaliate against those threatening the country’s security after the massacre of Shi’ite pilgrims, an assault claimed by Islamic State which threatens to inflame tensions amid widespread anti-government protests.

Ukrainians hold out in east, prepare battle for Kherson

FRONT LINES NORTH OF KHERSON, Ukraine,  (Reuters) – Ukrainian troops are holding out against repeated attacks by Russian forces in two eastern towns while those at the southern front are poised to battle for the strategic Kherson region, which Russia appears to be reinforcing.

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