An increasing number of Americans in Canada are renouncing US citizenship due to financial and political reasons. This trend has been escalating since 2014, particularly after Donald Trump's reelection, with experts predicting 2025 to be a record year for expatriation.
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Alice Weidel, a gay woman with a Sri Lankan partner, leads Germany's far-right AfD, which opposes same-sex marriage and champions traditional values. Her leadership has bolstered the AfD's support. Despite criticism for her anti-immigration stance and controversial views, she remains influential in German politics, urging stricter immigration laws and a referendum on EU membership.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed continued support for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after 14 South African soldiers were killed in ongoing conflict with Rwanda-backed M23 fighters. Despite calls for withdrawal from political groups like the Economic Freedom Fighters, Ramaphosa emphasized South Africa's commitment to peace efforts and called for a ceasefire. The Southern African development community (SADC) mission, with South Africa leading, will continue until peace is... Expand
Pope Francis has extended the Catholic Church's reform process by three years, despite ongoing health issues. The reforms aim to elevate women's roles, potentially by ordaining female deacons, and increase laypeople's involvement. While still in the hospital, the 88-year-old pontiff has remained active in governance, indicating his commitment to these changes.
German ministers vowed to prosecute Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's supporters who seek refuge in Germany. They emphasized Germany's commitment to holding perpetrators of atrocities accountable under universal jurisdiction, citing previous convictions of Syrian officials and ongoing trials. Germany has taken in a large number of Syrian refugees and remains vigilant against war criminals.
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