Cambodian lawmakers unanimously approved a bill to toughen penalties for denying atrocities committed by the Khmer Rouge in the late 1970s, with violators facing up to five years in prison and fines. The law aims to prevent such events from happening again and provide justice for victims, following a U.N.-backed tribunal’s findings of genocide and crimes against humanity. The bill, set for Senate approval, comes ahead of the 50th anniversary of the Khmer Rouge’s takeover in 1975, led by Pol Pot and responsible for an estimated 1.7 million deaths.
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Pope Francis is in critical condition after long respiratory crisis
Pope Francis is in critical condition after suffering a severe asthma attack and receiving treatment for pneumonia and a lung infection. Doctors are closely monitoring his condition, particularly for the risk of sepsis, and have emphasized the potential complications due to his age and existing health issues. Speculation about a possible resignation has been addressed by Vatican officials, who are focused on the Pope's recovery and well-being during this challenging time. Full Article
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