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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 813, Byzantine emperor Michael I, under threat by conspiracies, abdicates in favor of his general Leo the Armenian, and becomes a monk (under the name Athanasius). In 911, Signing of the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte between Charles the Simple and Rollo of Normandy. In 1302, Battle of the Golden Spurs (Guldensporenslag in Dutch): A coalition around the Flemish cities defeats the king of France's royal army. In 1346, Charles IV, Count of Luxembourg and King of Bohemia, is elected King of the Romans. In 1723, Jean-François Marmontel, French historian and author (died 1799) was born. In 1846, Léon Bloy, French author and poet (died 1917) was born. In 1864, American Civil War: Battle of Fort Stevens; Confederate forces attempt to invade Washington, D.C. In 1940, World War II: Vichy France regime is formally established. Philippe Pétain becomes Chief of the French State. In 1943, World War II: Allied invasion of Sicily: German and Italian troops launch a counter-attack on Allied forces in Sicily. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Pope Leo XIV Seeks End to War, Hunger
Pope Leo has criticised world leaders for prioritising wars over efforts to end hunger, saying global political and moral priorities are misplaced. Speaking at the headquarters of the World Food Programme in Rome, he urged governments to increase funding for food aid and avoid letting geopolitical interests limit humanitarian assistance. He said, “Conflicts are ‘fed’ [] The post Pope Leo XIV Seeks End to War, Hunger appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.
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