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Azerbaijan launches operation in Karabakh, vows to go 'until the end'

Azerbaijan launches operation in Karabakh, vows to go 'until the end'

Azerbaijan on Tuesday launched a military operation against the breakaway Nagorno-Karabakh region, warning it would "continue until the end" in the territory, over which it has fought two wars with neighbouring Armenia.

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'Great solution': Klopp and Tuchel back Nagelsmann amid Germany job rumours

'Great solution': Klopp and Tuchel back Nagelsmann amid Germany job rumours

Jurgen Klopp on Tuesday joined Thomas Tuchel in backing the rumoured appointment of Julian Nagelsmann for the Germany national team job.

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Argentina's ESMA torture center: hell becomes heritage

Argentina's ESMA torture center: hell becomes heritage

The ESMA, the most notorious murder and torture center among hundreds operated by Argentina's 1976-83 military dictatorship, stands today as a reminder of the brutality humans are capable of.

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Scientists find 'missing ingredient' for pink diamonds

Scientists find 'missing ingredient' for pink diamonds

Scientists said on Tuesday they have found the "missing ingredient" for pink diamonds, some of the world's most expensive stones due their rarity and beauty, and the discovery could help find more.

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England's Root to get World Cup practice against Ireland

England's Root to get World Cup practice against Ireland

England batsman Joe Root will face Ireland in Wednesday's one-day international series opener as he eyes extra practice ahead of the World Cup.

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Russian strikes in Ukraine kill nine

Russian strikes in Ukraine kill nine

Russian strikes on the frontline town of Kupiansk in northeastern Ukraine left six people dead on Tuesday, regional officials said, piling pressure on a region where Moscow's forces have been on the offensive.

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Striking Spain players travelling to national team camp

Striking Spain players travelling to national team camp

Spanish internationals called up by new coach Montse Tome travelled Tuesday to meet up with the women's national team, despite declaring themselves unavailable, with doubts about their willingness to play in upcoming Nations League games persisting.

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Canada warns India to treat Sikh slaying allegation seriously

Canada warns India to treat Sikh slaying allegation seriously

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday demanded that India treat with "utmost seriousness" Canada's allegations of New Delhi's possible involvement in the slaying of a Sikh exile, a concern echoed by Washington.

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Arteta wants Arsenal to make 'beautiful memories' on Champions League return

Arteta wants Arsenal to make 'beautiful memories' on Champions League return

Mikel Arteta has told his Arsenal players to make "beautiful memories" on their return to the Champions League after a six-year absence.

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Springboks' Etzebeth returns for Ireland World Cup clash

Springboks' Etzebeth returns for Ireland World Cup clash

Springboks lock Eben Etzebeth will start in this weekend's Rugby World Cup game against Ireland after recovering from a shoulder injury, South African Rugby announced on Tuesday.

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