Dozens of civilians dead as power struggle rocks Sudan
Clashes between the army and a notorious paramilitary force leave nearly 600 people injured.
Day: April 15, 2023
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Top French court backs unpopular plans to raise retirement age to 64
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Powering down: Germany’s last nuclear plants in final hours
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