Stoyan Zaimov

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  Nov 28, 2014

  Muslims Hoping Pope Francis' Visit to Turkey Can Restore Islam's Image of Peace

  As Pope Francis visits Turkey on Friday for a weekend trip, Muslim religious figures have expressed hopes that the occasion can serve to restore Islam's image of peace and repair some of the negativity that has been associated with the religion.

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  Nov 28, 2014

  Ebola Vaccine Closer to Reality After Successful Human Trials

  The first ever Ebola vaccine is a step closer to becoming a reality following successful Phase 1 human trials, medical researchers have said, but warned it will still take several months before it can be used in the field.

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  Nov 26, 2014

  Thanksgiving Place to Be Set Up in Front of White House for Pastor Saeed Abedini

  The Christian Defense Coalition and Church on the Hill have announced that they'll be setting up a Thanksgiving place for American pastor Saeed Abedini in front of the White House on Thanksgiving morning, reminding President Barack Obama about the imprisoned husband and father.

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  Nov 26, 2014

  Close to 100 Dead in Syrian Airstrikes on ISIS-Held Raqqa; City Resembling 'Zombie Film' Says Activist

  The death toll from a major Syrian airstrike on the ISIS stronghold of Raqqa on Tuesday continues to rise and has almost reached 100 casualties. The dozens of wounded are meanwhile overflowing the last functioning hospital in the war-torn city, an activist has said.

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  Nov 26, 2014

  Turkish President Erdogan Says Women and Men Are Not Equal at Women's Conference; Rights Groups Slam Remarks

  Women's rights groups have slammed a recent speech by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who said at a women's conference that women and men are not equal "because their nature is different."

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  Nov 26, 2014

  Pope Francis Says Door of Dialogue With ISIS Should Never Close; Warns Fighting Terrorism Leads to Deaths of Innocents

  Pope Francis has said that he would "never close the door" on dialogue with terror group ISIS if there is any way it could end the suffering in the region. The pontiff was speaking to reporters on Tuesday following a speech at the European Parliament and the Council of Europe, and added that states striking back against terrorism can lead to loss of innocent life as well.

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  Nov 25, 2014

  Christian Man Tortured and Killed by Police in Pakistan; Family Try to Storm Police Station

  A 35-year-old Christian man was reportedly tortured and killed by police while in custody in Lahore, Pakistan. His family attempted to storm the policy station in protest, while an investigation has been launched into the incident.

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  Nov 25, 2014

  Lawyer Representing 3 Christians Facing Prison for Faith in Iran Denied Access to Clients

  The lawyer representing two Christian pastors and a deacon facing six years in prison in Iran for their faith has reportedly been denied access to his clients ahead of an appeal hearing.

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  Nov 25, 2014

  Italy Confirms First Ebola Case; Crisis Splitting in Different Directions in West African Countries

  Italy has confirmed its first Ebola case after a doctor contracted the deadly virus while treating patients in Sierra Leone. Ebola, which has killed over 15,300 people in West Africa, is splitting into different directions in the affected countries, with the situation getting worse in Sierra Leone, but vastly improving in Liberia.

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  Nov 24, 2014

  Pastor Saeed Abedini's Fate Hangs in Balance After Iran Nuclear Negotiations Are Extended Past Deadline

  The fate of Pastor Saeed Abedini continues hanging in the balance following the extension of negotiations between Iran and several nations, including the U.S., on a nuclear deal. The American Center for Law and Justice noted that Abedini has not been "completely abandoned" yet by the Obama administration, and it remains critical that Iran be pressured for his release.