Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers recent news headlines, including changes in Trump's impeachment legal team due to disagreements over defense strategies, mass protests in Russia demanding the release of Alexei Navalny, and the status of Afghan peace talks with the Taliban. The Pentagon raises concerns about the Taliban's commitment to reducing violence, which may affect the withdrawal of U.S. troops.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did two South Carolina lawyers leave Donald Trump's impeachment legal team?

They disagreed with Trump's defense strategy.

They were pressured by the government.

They were offered better positions elsewhere.

They were not qualified to handle the case.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the protests in Russia?

Demand for the release of Alexei Navalny.

Economic instability in the country.

Opposition to new tax laws.

Support for the Kremlin's policies.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Alexei Navalny?

A former Russian president.

A top Kremlin critic and anti-corruption investigator.

A famous Russian athlete.

A Russian diplomat.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What warning did the Afghan Government give to the Taliban?

They would impose economic sanctions.

They would seek international intervention.

They would increase military operations.

They might recall their peace negotiating team.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern did the Pentagon express regarding the Taliban?

The Taliban's control over Afghanistan's economy.

The Taliban's growing influence in neighboring countries.

The Taliban's alliance with other militant groups.

The Taliban's refusal to reduce violence.