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Israeli forces kill one in Gaza as another body recovered from rubble
Israeli forces have killed at least one Palestinian in Gaza, with another body recovered from rubble, as attacks continue in the war-affected territory.
Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in reduced third phase amid unrest
Pakistan-administered Kashmir held its third and final phase of Legislative Assembly elections on Monday, though only four of eleven planned constituencies participated due to regional unrest and security concerns.
Ukrainian drone attack kills 13 in Russia’s Tatarstan, officials say
At least 13 people, including one child, were killed in a Ukrainian drone strike on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk in Tatarstan, with 39 others injured, officials said.
‘Like the movies’: How Ukraine’s ground robots are changing rules of war
Ukraine is deploying ground robots manufactured by startups to transport ammunition, supplies, and wounded soldiers, reducing casualty risks as the country faces manpower shortages in its conflict with Russia.
Israel’s ‘Green Rafah’ plan aims to fragment Gaza, experts say
Israel has approved infrastructure development in eastern Rafah, dubbed “Green Rafah,” which experts say is designed to permanently fragment Gaza and reshape Palestinian territorial control.
Italy condemns Spain’s ‘unacceptable’ border controls as Ceuta fallout intensifies
Italy’s foreign minister condemned Spain’s retaliatory border checks on Italian travelers as “completely unacceptable,” escalating tensions between the two nations over migration policy and a recent influx into the Spanish territory of Ceuta.
Concerns mount over integrity of Israel’s upcoming October elections
Israel’s October 27 election faces mounting integrity concerns from political leaders and civil rights groups, with nearly three-quarters of Jewish Israelis worried about the vote’s fairness amid claims of government interference.
Pentagon urges faster US weapons production amid stockpile concerns
The Pentagon is pushing US defense contractors to significantly accelerate weapons production to address depleted munitions stockpiles following the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Incumbents secure Hawaii primary wins, defying progressive challengers
US Representative Ed Case defeated a progressive Democratic challenger in Hawaii’s primary, securing 57% of the vote against state Senator Jarrett Keohokalole’s 34%, setting up a November general election matchup.
Typhoon Dolphin hits Japan, heads towards China
Typhoon Dolphin struck Japan’s Okinawa region, injuring five people and affecting thousands, while moving toward China where authorities have halted ports and schools.
US announces $400m investment in Australian rare earth mine
The US Department of Defense announced a $400 million conditional loan to support an Australian mining company’s plan to develop the world’s first primary scandium mine, aiming to reduce Western dependence on Chinese supply.
Northern Ethiopia’s shifting alliances explained
Ethiopia’s federal government accuses former allies Eritrea and Fano militias of now supporting the TPLF, reshaping northern Ethiopia’s political landscape in a dramatic reversal of alliances.
Trump targets birthright citizenship. And, Iran aims to ban U.S. from Strait of Hormuz
President Trump signed executive orders targeting birthright citizenship following a Supreme Court ruling affirming constitutional automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S.
Scramble to house hundreds camping in Rome heatwave after squat eviction
Rome authorities scramble to house approximately 400 people camping in extreme heat after the eviction of residents from Spin Time Labs, an occupied social centre, ended talks over the building’s future.
Armenian Apostolic Church leader faces trial as feud with PM deepens
Armenia will prosecute the head of the Armenian Apostolic Church and six other clerics for allegedly defying a court order, in what critics view as politically motivated persecution of the government’s opponents.
Two civilians killed in Houthi strike on Marib, says Yemen’s government
At least two civilians were killed and 14 injured in a Houthi attack on the Yemeni government-held city of Marib, according to Yemen’s health minister.
Colombia’s new president vows to remake the country — and challenge rebel groups
Colombia’s new conservative president, Abelardo de la Espriella, will be sworn in Friday amid heavy security. He promises military confrontation with rebel groups and spending cuts to address budget deficits.
Inside the results: How redistricting shaped Tennessee’s primary election
Tennessee’s primary election tested the state’s newly redrawn congressional map, which eliminated its only majority-Black district following a Supreme Court ruling that weakened voting rights protections.
Argentina’s government posts ICE-style video of immigration operation
Argentina’s government released a video of a 60-year-old woman’s detention during an immigration operation, though she was later freed without charges and had no arrest warrant.
Several killed in attacks on Ukraine as Kyiv hits Russian e-commerce giant
Russian attacks killed at least six people across multiple Ukrainian regions Friday, while Ukraine struck a major Russian e-commerce logistics facility, continuing strikes targeting infrastructure on both sides.
DR Congo releases 15 prisoners to M23 rebels as part of Doha peace process
The Democratic Republic of Congo released 15 prisoners to M23 rebels on Thursday and Friday as part of a Qatar-mediated peace agreement signed in September.
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Brexit Negotiations Are Poised to Become Chaotic
European policymakers rejected the latest Brexit plan from UK British Prime Minister Boris Johnson saying that the plan was unworkable. While the plan was not rejected outright, EU leaders said that in its current form it could not go forward. Basically, the plan in...
3 Critical Facts About Hate Crimes in America
At the beginning of this year, 22 individuals lost their lives in El Paso, Texas on account of an individual who had hatred towards immigrants and Latinos. Another gun violence also occurred in Gilroy, California, which resulted in the death of three people and is...
South Korean Women Lose Case To Resolve ‘comfort women’ issue lingering from World War II
A South Korean court has upheld a bilateral agreement between South Korea and Japan which settled once and for all the painful issue of “comfort women” that arose out of World War II. The agreement was challenged recently by 12 women who were suing for $100 million...
Discussion Between Foreign Ministers to Fight Against Nuclear Weapon Program
On Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2017, Japan's foreign minister Taro Kono had a formal meeting with South Korea's newly appointed foreign minister, Kang Kyung-wha, during her first-time visit to Tokyo, Japan. Kyung-wha, who became the first Korean woman nominated and appointed to...