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Hundreds of mannequin limbs block entrance to Russian embassy in protest of Aleppo air strikes

Hundreds of mannequin limbs block entrance to Russian embassy in protest of Aleppo air strikes

On 3 November activists from The Syria Campaign and Syria Solidarity UK blocked the entrance to the Russian Embassy in London to protest the bombing over Aleppo. Two activists chained themselves to the embassys gates, while a few dozen others have laid out 800 white mannequins limbs to represent the victims of the Russian and Syrian air strikes over the city. According to rights group Syrian Network for Human Rights, in October 2016 alone 1106 civilians were killed with 791 reportedly at the hands of the Assad regime and Russian forces. Nov 4, 2016
Karaoke club fire in Hanoi kills at least 13

Karaoke club fire in Hanoi kills at least 13

A fire that broke out at a karaoke lounge in Hanoi has killed at least 13 people.The fire started around lunchtime in a crowded residential area, and flames quickly spread to engulf three neighbouring houses. Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has demanded an investigation and punishment for any safety violations. Nov 2, 2016
Hundreds of Iraqis flee homes as Mosul offensive continues

Hundreds of Iraqis flee homes as Mosul offensive continues

More than 1,000 Iraqis have left their homes in the village of Abu Jarboua near the town of Bashiqa, despite Isis threats of execution for those trying to escape. Iraqi troops and Kurdish fighters have cleared dozens of villages as they drive towards Mosul, giving confidence to civilians looking to escape the conflict. Some 1.5m residents remain in the city and worst-case forecasts predict up to a million being displaced, according to the United Nations. Nov 1, 2016
Islamic State tunnels discovered beneath villages beneath Mosul

Islamic State tunnels discovered beneath villages beneath Mosul

Uncovered by Iraqi Counter Terrorism Service forces in the villages of Bartella and Bazaia, roughly four miles east of Mosul, the tunnels were used as escape routes and meeting points for the jihadists. These network of underpasses suggests the extremists had been increasingly forced to operate below ground by a punishing air campaign and mounting territorial losses. Oct 28, 2016
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