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‘A false problem’: Italy’s Muslims question Meloni’s burqa ban
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has proposed banning burqas and niqabs in schools, but Muslim leaders and educators question the necessity of the measure, citing its rarity in practice.
Thousands of drivers strike in the Philippines over rising fuel prices
Thousands of Philippine transport workers staged a two-day strike demanding fuel price reductions amid rising costs, prompting government deployment of police and buses to assist stranded commuters.
Fighting in Ethiopia intensifies: What’s the latest?
Government forces and allied militias say they captured the strategic Tigray town of Alamata after days of fighting, as renewed conflict between Ethiopia’s federal government and rebel forces intensifies across multiple northern regions.
South Korea suspects North Korean mines behind DMZ blast
South Korea suspects North Korean landmines caused a recent DMZ explosion that injured three military personnel, raising tensions between the rivals who remain technically at war.
Somali army clashes with local forces for control of Baidoa
Somali army forces clashed with fighters loyal to an ousted regional president in Baidoa on Monday, with jets and drones deployed amid street combat throughout the city.
Flights between Iraq’s Najaf and Iran resumed as Tehran protests US curbs
Iraqi Airways resumed flights between Najaf and Iran after a brief suspension driven by concerns over US secondary sanctions on aviation services linked to Tehran.
American and six Ukrainians released by India after six months in jail
Matthew VanDyke, a US citizen, and six Ukrainians were released on bail after more than six months in Indian custody on charges related to visa violations and alleged ties to separatist groups.
Myanmar army air strike kills dozens in Rakhine state
Myanmar’s military conducted an air strike near a market in Rakhine state on Monday, killing at least 33 people and wounding 36 others, according to rebel groups and rescue officials.
Italian court convicts three Egyptian agents for kidnap of Giulio Regeni
An Italian court has convicted three Egyptian security officials of kidnapping student Giulio Regeni, who was later found dead. They received 10-year sentences in a trial held in absentia.
American and six Ukrainians released by India after six months in jail
Matthew VanDyke, a US citizen, and six Ukrainians were released on bail after more than six months in Indian custody on charges related to visa violations and alleged ties to separatist groups.
Myanmar army air strike kills dozens in Rakhine state
Myanmar’s military conducted an air strike near a market in Rakhine state on Monday, killing at least 33 people and wounding 36 others, according to rebel groups and rescue officials.
Italian court convicts three Egyptian agents for kidnap of Giulio Regeni
An Italian court has convicted three Egyptian security officials of kidnapping student Giulio Regeni, who was later found dead. They received 10-year sentences in a trial held in absentia.
NFL asks US Homeland Security to remove video with former star player
The NFL has requested the Department of Homeland Security remove a social media video featuring retired player Brian Dawkins that the agency used to promote border security messaging.
Mapping Israel’s 300 checkpoints: Where they are and how they work
Israel has sealed the occupied West Bank for a week during the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, tightening restrictions at more than 300 checkpoints that already severely limit Palestinian movement and access to employment.
Russia strikes at heart of Ukraine’s digital economy with attacks on ISPs and datacentres
Russia conducted major strikes on Ukrainian internet infrastructure this week, including datacentres and providers in Kyiv, causing temporary outages affecting approximately 100,000 households.
5 arrested near a U.K. air base used by U.S. on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act
Five men were arrested near RAF Fairford in England on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act involving three suspicious vehicles traveling toward the U.S.-operated air base.
Israel’s Smotrich calls for ‘war’ in West Bank: Rhetoric or real threat?
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called for conducting a full-scale military campaign in the West Bank using tactics deployed in Gaza, while also advocating for territorial annexation in the region.
Yemen’s health system could collapse in some areas, minister warns
Yemen’s health minister warns that some areas could lose all health services if funding declines continue, with 19.3 million people needing assistance but only 17 percent of required funds available.
Lime bike profits double as rider numbers surge in England
Lime’s UK profits more than doubled to £4.7m in 2025 as monthly users surged 31% to nearly 700,000, driven by expansion into new cities and fleet growth.
Afghanistan says 28 fighters killed as Islamabad, Kabul trade accusations
Afghanistan reported killing 28 fighters who allegedly crossed from Pakistan into Nuristan province, while Islamabad dismissed the claims as baseless and accused Kabul of harboring terrorists.
Mike Waltz: US offered to sell Iran uranium for civilian programme
A top US official said the Trump administration offered to sell Iran uranium for civilian use during negotiations to end conflict, but Iran declined the proposal.
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South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
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