Syrians mark nine years since the Ghouta massacre

“The childrens’ last breaths fell on the deaf ears of this world’s decision makers, who have allowed this criminal regime to continue its rule over Syria,” said opposition leader Salem al-Maslat.
UNSC fails to approve more Taliban travel exemption

The divided UN Security Council (UNSC) has failed to reach an agreement on whether to extend travel exemptions for 13 Taliban officials now governing Afghanistan.
Chad ‘national dialogue’ begins, key opposition group boycotts talks

Delayed talks on Chad’s future that the ruling junta says are a “decisive moment” have opened, even as some opposition groups boycott the gathering.