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Hong Kong's largest national security case, in which 47 pro-democracy activists are accused of subversion, closed on Monday with a verdict expected in three or four months.The case has dragged on for more than 1,000 days since authorities first filed charges and is being closely observed as a bellwether for Hong Kong's political environment. 

Hong Kong's largest-ever national security trial began final arguments Wednesday, more than 1,000 days after authorities filed charges against 47 democracy activists under a law imposed by China to quell dissent.The defendants represent a cross-section of Hong Kong's opposition -- from democratically elected lawmakers to unionists and academics -- which has been effectively squashed after China imposed a sweeping national security law on the city in 2020.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday announced the suspension of the Orlando-area state attorney, the second time he has removed a democratically elected prosecutor whose politics did not align with his conservative views.

Niger's airspace closed as coup leaders defy ECOWAS deadline. Possible military intervention looms. Niger's future in turmoil

France suspends aid to Burkina Faso amidst regional tensions. ECOWAS seeks to reinstate democratically elected President Bazoum

As Sahel countries such as Mali and Burkina Faso fell to military junta rule in recent years, Niger's Mohamed Bazoum stood as one of the region's few remaining pro-Western, democratically elected leaders.In its fight against the jihadist attacks that afflict the west and east of the country, Niger has benefited from the support of several Western countries including the United States and former colonial power France, which have military bases there.

Antonio Guterres wants unified regional and international action to ease the Southeast Asian nations turmoil

The US Embassy in Myanmar and the United Nations on Monday denounced the military attack on peaceful protesters in the former capital Yangon.

The US Embassy in Myanmar and the United Nations on Monday denounced the military attack on peaceful protesters in the former capital Yangon.

China has expressed strong opposition to the irresponsible remarks recently made by British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss on Hong Kong affairs.