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Oman trying to contain extensive oil spill from stricken tanker
Oman is attempting to contain an extensive oil spill covering approximately 400 square kilometers off its southern coast from a tanker stranded in a protected marine area for over a month.
Russian court bars only anti-war party from standing in parliamentary elections
Russia’s only anti-war party, Yabloko, has been barred from participating in next month’s parliamentary elections after a Moscow court ruled against it in a case brought by a pro-Kremlin nationalist party.
New train service connects Finland and Sweden for first time in decades
A passenger train service between Finland and Sweden has resumed operations after nearly 40 years, linking Oulu to Haparanda and creating Europe’s longest potential rail route.
Iran hierarchy consolidation as IRGC veteran tapped for key security role
Iran’s Supreme Leader appoints Mohsen Rezaee, a veteran IRGC commander, as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, alongside other military appointments in key security positions.
Lebanon ‘files new lawsuit against’ ex-central bank chief Riad Salameh
Lebanon has indicted former central bank chief Riad Salameh and a commercial banker over financial crimes including embezzlement and illicit enrichment, marking the first time a private sector banker has been charged in connection with the former governor.
Nigeria’s mass wedding – and how to tell lovers from fraudsters in Kano
Kano, Nigeria hosted a mass wedding for 1,500 couples sponsored by the state government, which spent 1.5 billion naira to cover dowries and household goods while authorities worked to verify genuine partnerships.
Canadian government steps in as ‘out of control’ wildfires force thousands to flee
Canada’s federal government mobilized assistance as unprecedented fast-moving wildfires in British Columbia killed one person and forced approximately 22,000 residents to evacuate their homes.
New Houthi missile and drone attacks kill seven in Yemen’s al-Makha
Houthi forces launched fresh missile and drone strikes on Yemen’s al-Makha port city, killing at least seven people and wounding 30 others in attacks that extended a broader assault on government-held coastal areas.
Could Morocco’s football chief Fouzi Lekjaa become its next prime minister?
Morocco’s budget minister and football federation president Fouzi Lekjaa has joined a political party ahead of parliamentary elections on September 23, sparking debate about managerial competence versus traditional politics.
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim undergoes medical procedure
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is undergoing medical examinations and procedures on specialist advice, with observation expected to last two days. The announcement coincided with his 79th birthday.
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.
Former Iraqi provincial governor arrested as graft crackdown continues
Former Iraqi provincial governor Ahmed al-Jubouri was arrested in Baghdad on Saturday on corruption charges, allegedly embezzling funds from Saladin province contracts during his 2013-2014 tenure.
Thai PM vows to introduce stricter gun laws after eight killed in shooting
Thailand’s prime minister pledges stricter gun control laws after a 14-year-old opened fire at a school in Nonthaburi, killing eight people and injuring 22 others.
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