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Demonstrators hold a banner as they march to protest against the British government’s spending cuts and austerity measures in London on June 20, 2015. (AFP PHOTO / JUSTIN TALLIS)

Thousands march in central London to protest austerity

by Asharq Al-Awsat | Jun 20, 2015 | World

London, AP—Thousands marched in central London Saturday to protest against British government austerity programs and spending cuts in a massive show of force meant to win attention to the plight of the poor. The march began with a festive mood. Red flares exploded as...

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Opinion: What happened in Russia?

by Salman Al-dossary | Jun 20, 2015 | Opinion

Riyadh’s recent efforts to restore warmth to its ties with Moscow must have surprised some and raised eyebrows among others. At the same time, the step may have enthused those who have waited for such rapprochement to happen. Saudi Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed...

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The United Nations Special Envoy of for Yemen Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed speaks during a press conference after Yemen peace talks on June 19, 2015 at the UN offices at Geneva. (AFP PHOTO / FABRICE COFFRINI)

Yemen talks end with no deal, UN envoy optimistic

by Asharq Al-Awsat | Jun 20, 2015 | Middle East

Washington, Asharq Al-Awsat—UN-brokered talks between Yemen’s rivals ended on Friday without reaching a ceasefire deal with Yemen’s exiled Foreign Minister Riyadh Yassin blaming Houthi rebels for stalling progress. “We really came here with a big hope and still we are...