Dario Salvi

Scientists raise the alarm, pointing the finger at global warming. At present, the dead zone is the size of Scotland. For scientists, this is a worrying trend. Lack of oxygen makes fish survival difficult. The problem also affects coral reefs and tourism.

Abdel Latif Derian reminded Muslim students of the importance of the Christian presence in the region. Attacks against them are a crime against the entire population. Muslims and Christians share "the same fate". For Mgr Gemayel, the Mufit’s words echo John Paul II’s Apostolic Exhortation. Supporting and nurturing this voice is a must.

Under the state of emergency, tens of thousands of people were arrested or dismissed from their jobs. Opposition parties believe Erdogan wants to prolong its effects with an “anti-terrorism” bill. Court rejects the request of release submitted for HDP leader Selahattin Demirtaş.

Washington’s decision in May to impose sanctions after pulling out of a nuclear deal violates a 1955 treaty between the two countries. A State Department official said the application was without merit and the United States would fight it in the court. Despite a European request, Washington will not budge on its decision to impose fresh sanctions on corporations operating in Iran.

At least eight people have died and 56 injured in demonstrations over the past week. Residents are protesting high unemployment, water shortages and the lack of services. For Mgr Habib, the situation is bound to get worse if the government does not take action. Masses and liturgical activities are still being held.

Officers will gain ministerial privileges and immunity for any crimes, including when they travel abroad. More than a thousand protesters are believed to have been killed during one of the bloodiest episodes in Egypt's modern history. Activists complain that Egyptian authorities are using the legal system and the courts to unjustly prosecute journalists, activists, and critics.

The United States has rebuffed the EU request to grant exemptions to European companies from its sanctions against Iran. For Pompeo, there can be waivers only for “very specific circumstances” and if they benefit US national security. Khamenei urges all state bodies to support the actions of the government and President Rouhani.

Construction, which began with the ground-breaking ceremony, is set to last until 2021. Once completed, it will be the reference point for the community of northern Arabia. In addition to the church, it will have a residential area for the episcopal curia, a guest house and educational facilities. A time capsule was placed in its foundations with the history of the local Church and Christians.

MSF speaks of thousands of people at risk because of unsafe buildings and unexploded ordnances. Less than a thousand beds compared to 1.8 million people. The health system "is not recovering" and there is a "huge gap" between needs and availability. The story of 12-year-old Anas.

It is the symbolic city of the civil war. For the first time since 2011, the area has returned to government control. Soldiers have planted the national flag in the central square. Up to 234 thousand people displaced due to fighting. Tens of thousands of inhabitants already returned to their homes.

The biggest problem is in the south, in Basra. Tanker truck ready to head into town to supply the population. Emergency sparked by Turkish dams and other energy projects on the Tigris and Euphrates. Minister for Water Resources: the problem concerns "all regions of Iraq".

The Israeli air force hit stations in Damascus, causing extensive damage. Response to Syrian drone crossing into Israeli territory. Navigation on Tiberias lake blocked. Government offensive underway in area against an Islamic State stronghold.