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Man shot during 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler dies
Jim Copenhaver, 76, died from complications of injuries sustained when a gunman opened fire at a 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where he was shot twice.
Trump hails ‘very productive’ talks with China’s Xi Jinping
Trump characterized talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping during a three-day state visit as “very productive,” with discussions covering artificial intelligence and the Iran conflict.
Trump faces tough choices as Iran dangles deal to reopen Hormuz before US midterms
Iran has proposed a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart nuclear talks, requiring Trump to lift sanctions, permit oil exports, and pressure Israel to end attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon.
More than 55,000 Sudanese refugees flee to Chad as UN calls for funding
More than 55,000 Sudanese refugees have arrived in Chad this year as the UN warns of deteriorating humanitarian conditions and calls for significantly increased international funding.
Israeli shelling continues as Lebanon’s PM demands withdrawal in UN speech
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam called for Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and enforcement of the ceasefire at the UN, while Israeli shelling and demolitions continue on the ground.
Poland boosts air defence after ‘Russian provocations’ amid Ukraine war
Poland has heightened air defence following alleged Russian airspace incursions, with the Defence Minister announcing expanded protection measures including increased F-16 and helicopter patrols.
Trump’s plans for massive arch move ahead
President Trump’s plans to construct a 250-foot arch near Arlington National Cemetery are advancing after a federal council ended required historic preservation consultations, despite growing opposition from Democratic lawmakers.
Iraqi airports halt Iranian flights after new US aviation sanctions
Four Iraqi airports suspended all flights to and from Iran following new US aviation sanctions on companies conducting business with Iranian airlines announced earlier this month.
UN expands list of firms involved in illegal Israeli settlement activities
The UN human rights office expanded its database of businesses linked to illegal Israeli settlements, adding 61 companies to bring the total to 214 firms across 11 countries.
US judge blocks deportation of DoorDash driver shot by ICE
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the deportation of a Venezuelan man shot by ICE agents in Texas, scheduling an in-person court hearing for next week.
In Senegal, a mother’s ordeal exposes a health system under strain
A Senegalese trainee nurse gave birth hours before a major health strike, exposing severe shortages in hospital infrastructure and resources plaguing the country’s underfunded medical system.
South Sudan’s Kiir dissolves government ahead of first national elections
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir dissolved the transitional unity government and appointed a caretaker administration, consolidating power ahead of elections scheduled for December 22.
Hurricane Polo intensifies into rare category 5 storm off the coast of Mexico
Hurricane Polo has rapidly intensified into a category 5 storm off Mexico’s coast, with sustained winds near 180 mph fueled by record-breaking ocean temperatures linked to El Niño.
Japan PM pledges support for international criminal court after Trump calls it ‘out of control’
Japan’s prime minister pledges consistent support for the international criminal court after Donald Trump called the institution ‘out of control’ and urged member nations to withdraw.
Reports of violence against women in Gaza surge, UN agency finds
Reports of violence against women and girls in Gaza have surged sharply, with the UN Population Fund documenting a 123% increase in early and forced marriage cases in the second quarter of this year.
Trump rallies Latin American allies against drug cartels
Trump rallies Latin American allies to jointly target drug cartels as transnational terrorism threats, with 15 coalition nations pledging asset freezes and visa restrictions against criminal organizations.
Wednesday briefing: Can Burnham seek a different path to Trump’s world order?
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham met with Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly, navigating diplomatic tensions amid questions about how Britain should approach the resurgent far right empowered by Trump’s administration.
Trump administration accuses banned media outlets of ‘falsehoods’ ahead of court hearing
The Trump administration filed court documents defending its ban of three media outlets from the White House, accusing them of spreading falsehoods and threatening national security ahead of a judicial hearing.
Pakistan seals roads to Islamabad before protests for Imran Khan’s release
Pakistan has sealed major roads into Islamabad to prevent supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan from reaching the capital for a planned protest on September 27.
Pakistan’s latest Trump bet is on drone firm already selling to India
Pakistan’s military received a U.S. drone company delegation and placed a limited procurement order, though the firm also sells drone technology to rival India and has Israeli founders.
Qatar says ‘no alternative to diplomacy’ as Belgium and Rwanda restore ties
Qatar’s foreign ministry says diplomacy is essential to resolving global crises, welcoming Belgium and Rwanda’s restored diplomatic ties after 18 months of tensions over conflicts in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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