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Reunited after 22 years: Amy and Ano, identical twins separated at birth, share a heartfelt moment with their birth mother.IMAGE/COURTESY Summary: "I have been looking for you for so long!" exclaimed Amy, one of the reunited twins, reflecting on their emotional journey. Their story sheds light on the systemic nature of black-market trafficking, offering hope amidst adversity. Jan 26 (TopNews) - In a heartwarming turn of events, Amy and Ano, identical twins separated at birth and sold on the black market, were reunited with their birth mother after 22 years of longing and confusion . "It was like looking in a mirror, the exact same face, exact same voice. I am her and she is me," Khvitia told the BBC, capturing the emotional intensity of their reunion. She added that ...

The assaults have increased shipping and insurance expenses by disturbing a critical trade pathway frequented by vessels originating from China. IMAGE/COURTESY In Summary: Iran-backed Houthis' assaults on commercial vessels in the Red Sea. China, a key trading partner, pressures Iran to halt attacks to safeguard trade interests. Jan 26 (TopNews) - In exclusive discussions between Chinese and Iranian officials, China has explicitly conveyed its concerns regarding the Houthis' attacks on ships in the Red Sea. "Basically, China says: 'If our interests are harmed in any way, it will impact our business with Tehran. So tell the Houthis to show restraint'," emphasized an Iranian official familiar with the talks, speaking to Reuters on condition of anonymity. TopNews.co...

The court identified Mustafa A as a prominent member of the Liwa al-Quds, also known as the Jerusalem Brigade. IMAGE/COURTESY) Summary: Mustafa A, former Liwa al-Quds member, sentenced to 12 years for war crimes in a landmark Dutch court decision. The ruling is the first Dutch court conviction for crimes tied to support for President Bashar al-Assad's government during the Syrian war, setting it apart from prior German cases. Hague, Jan 22 (TopNews) - In a landmark ruling, a district court in The Hague has convicted a 35-year-old man, known as Mustafa A, who was a former member of the Syrian pro-government armed group Liwa al-Quds, sentencing him to 12 years in prison for war crimes. Keep Reading: Gaza Hostages' Relatives Storm Israeli Parliament Amid Mounti...

Relatives of Israelis held captive by Hamas militants since October 7 stormed a parliamentary committee session in Jerusalem on January 22, 2024, demanding increased efforts to free their loved ones. IMAGE/COURTESY Summary: Relatives of Israelis held by Hamas militants disrupt a parliamentary session on Jan 22 , urging action as frustration grows in the fourth month of the Gaza war. The Hostages and Missing Persons Families Forum demands transparency from Prime Minister Netanyahu regarding the hostages' fate. Jan 22 (Topnews) - a group of around 20 relatives of Israelis held captive by Palestinian gunmen in Gaza disrupted a parliamentary committee session. The protesters demanded increased efforts from lawmakers to secure the release of their loved ones, who have been he...

Summary: Financial Warning: RIA warns of substantial Western losses, estimating at least $288 billion, if frozen Russian assets are seized for Ukraine's reconstruction. Confiscation and Retaliation: U.S. and UK efforts to seize Russian assets face a Russian warning of retaliation, with Moscow revealing a list of assets to be confiscated if Western actions proceed. Jan 21 (TopNews) - Russia's state RIA news agency has issued a stark warning, estimating that Western nations stand to lose at least $288 billion in assets and investments if measures are taken to seize frozen Russian assets in support of Ukraine's reconstruction. This calculation follows the freezing of approximately $300 billion of sovereign Russian assets in the West after President Vladimir Putin deployed forc...