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U.S. troops leaving Syria for western Iraq, Defense chief Esper says

U.S. forces have been pulling out of northern Syria amid growing chaos after Turkey invaded the region earlier this month.

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Forests of German myth under physical attack from drought and heat

Millions of trees are at risk of succumbing because of devastating heat. "The situation is catastrophic," said one lumberjack.

USA

No 'plan B': Iranian students despair as visa applications revoked

Some 20 Iranian students were barred from boarding flights to the U.S. during September, despite having the necessary paperwork.

USA

Boris Johnson stokes new Brexit battle with letter asking E.U. for delay — and another arguing against it

The prime minister was forced to request an extension after a day of yet more Brexit drama in Parliament postponed the verdict on his E.U. divorce deal.

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Egypt reveals mummies in newly discovered ancient coffins

The perfectly preserved coffins hidden under a mound of sand were discovered by an Egyptian team of archaeologists by accident.

Republic of North Macedonia

North Macedonia PM calls for election after EU accession talks blocked

“Citizens must decide which path we will take in the future – the correct, progressive European path, the path of reforms, or the path that leads backwards, towards isolation, nationalism, conflicts"

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After Boris Johnson's deal, is Brexit finally over? Not so fast.

"Getting the deal through parliament is going to be difficult but not necessarily impossible," one expert said.

USA

At least 62 dead in blast at Afghanistan mosque

The blast took place as dozens of people gathered inside the mosque for weekly Friday prayers.

USA

Watch commuters help to save woman who falls onto the tracks

A man appears to pass out on the subway platform in Buenos Aires, Argentina, accidentally knocking a woman into harm's way.

USA

'Not a cease-fire': How the Trump administration 'capitulated' to Turkey

Analysis: The Trump administration's deal with Turkey is being framed in foreign policy circles as a capitulation to Ankara and a further gift for Damascus and Moscow.

Belgium

Puigdemont walks free after handing himself to Brussels police

Former Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont walks free after handing himself to Brussels police. Earlier this week, authorities received a third European arrest warrant from Spain.

USA

Fighting continues on Syrian border despite U.S.-led cease-fire

NBC News staff could both see and hear mortars, grenades, machine-gun and rifle fire in Ras al-Ain — although it remains unclear who was responsible.

USA

Protests sweep Lebanon for a second day

The country's government has backtracked on plans to raise a new tax on WhatsApp voice calls.

USA

Malaysia orders cuts to 'Abominable' movie over controversial map scene

The map in the animated film depicts the so-called "nine-dash line," a contested area of the South China Sea.

USA

Battles erupt after El Chapo's son is reported detained in Mexico

Several prisoners escaped during hours of fighting in Culiacán after reports spread of the arrest of Ovidio Guzmán.

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Thousands protest in Beirut over tax hikes as country declares economic emergency

The mass protests forced the government to pull a tax of 20 cents per day for calls made through voice over internet protocol apps such as WhatsApp.

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Belgian car wins Darwin-to-Adelaide solar race

A Belgian car won its first World Solar Challenge, crossing the finish line in Adelaide, Australia.

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Kurdish leader says Trump promised he would protect the Kurds

"I want him to stay committed to his words," the head of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces said of President Donald Trump.

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Refugees at a camp in northern Iraq express anger over U.S. "betrayal"

NBC News went a refugee camp where hundreds of Kurds are sheltering from Turkey's offensive.

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Two Belgian ISIS fighters escape from Kurdish prison, officials say

It is unclear in the chaotic, fast-moving conflict how many other ISIS fighters or members of their families may have escaped.