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Tunisia puts opposition figures on mass trial decried as 'absurdity'
Tunisia puts opposition figures on mass trial decried as 'absurdity'

The trial of several prominent Tunisian opposition figures accused of national security offences opened on Tuesday, with lawyers and relatives denouncing the case as politically motivated.

March 04, 2025

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Zelensky appeals to Trump after aid halt
Zelensky appeals to Trump after aid halt

President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday said he wanted to "make things right" with Donald Trump and to work under the US president's "strong leadership" to secure a lasting peace in Ukraine.

March 04, 2025

Kohli leads India to Champions Trophy final with victory over Australia
Kohli leads India to Champions Trophy final with victory over Australia

Veteran batsman Virat Kohli rolled back the years with a polished 84 as India pulled off a tense chase to beat Australia by four wickets in the first semi-final of the Champions Trophy on Tuesday.

March 04, 2025

South Africa preparing for knock-out game as any other, says Bavuma
South Africa preparing for knock-out game as any other, says Bavuma

Captain Temba Bavuma said South Africa will not change their approach for Wednesday's Champions Trophy semi-final against New Zealand despite the team's poor record in knock-out matches.

March 04, 2025

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Eurovision chiefs promise 2025 show 'all about surprises'
Eurovision chiefs promise 2025 show 'all about surprises'

Eurovision organisers promised Tuesday that the 2025 edition of the song contest will be all about surprises, with two months to go before showtime.

March 04, 2025

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Luis Enrique says Slot has created 'almost perfect' Liverpool
Luis Enrique says Slot has created 'almost perfect' Liverpool

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique hailed the work done by Liverpool boss Arne Slot and said on Tuesday the Dutchman had built an "almost perfect team" since taking over from Jurgen Klopp at Anfield.

March 04, 2025