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IRENE HERMAN HOUNGBO is a journalist based in New York, United States of America.
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Mass graves in Burundi reopen old wounds
The government of Burundi has opened a mass grave in Bujumbura, allowing families to examine the remains of long-missing relatives. This action has brought attention to past violence in the region, reopening old wounds for many affected families.
Pompeo Defends Trump in Ukrainian Case
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo asserts that all U.S. diplomatic actions with Ukraine have been 'entirely appropriate' following the release of a phone call between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on July 25. The U.S. Congress made public a whistleblower's letter, primarily based on the content of this call, and the House Intelligence Committee, led by Democrats, heard from acting Director of National Intelligence Joseph Maguire.
Hurricane Dorian in Florida
Hurricane Dorian has reached Florida after devastating much of the Bahamas archipelago. The hurricane has significantly weakened and is now classified as a Category 2 storm, no longer considered a major hurricane.
VOA Correspondents of July 17
Donald Trump remains steadfast in his beliefs, reiterating his controversial stance by asking four Democratic congresswomen to apologize to Americans after previously suggesting they return to their countries of origin.
Veterans Remember the Landing at Omaha Beach
Seventy-five years ago, thousands of American soldiers prepared for D-Day, when Allied forces crossed the English Channel from Great Britain to land on the beaches of Normandy, France, under German occupation. Despite fierce resistance, Operation Overlord was successful, leading to the fall of Nazi Germany eleven months later. Several D-Day veterans returned to Normandy for the anniversary, with Henry Ridgwell speaking extensively with a Tennessee veteran who was wounded three times in the battle to reclaim France.
Bloody repression in Khartoum
The power struggle between the ruling generals and the protest movement turned violent on Monday with the dispersal of the sit-in in Khartoum, resulting in at least 30 deaths and hundreds of injuries. The Military Council denies any violent repression.
Muslim faithful around the world observe the month of Ramadan
Muslim faithful around the world are observing the month of Ramadan, a period of fasting and sacrifices to seek Allah's forgiveness. In Mogadishu, this practice is particularly challenging for many displaced individuals who struggle to afford Iftar, the evening meal.
Worshippers at an Arlington Mosque Training to Face Armed Attack
Worshippers at a mosque in Arlington, Virginia, are being trained on how to respond to an armed attack. This training follows shootings at places of worship worldwide, including in New Zealand, where 50 people were killed in a mosque, and in Pittsburgh.
Cotonou under tension
Hundreds of Beninese opposition supporters took to the streets of Cotonou on Thursday, erecting flaming barricades to challenge the forces of order. This tense atmosphere follows legislative elections boycotted by the opposition, which had been excluded. One person died and two others were seriously injured, including one by gunfire, according to a provisional report.
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