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Israel obstructing takeover of pilot zones in Lebanon’s south: Military
Lebanon’s military claims Israel is obstructing its takeover of security control in southern villages under a phased withdrawal agreement, with continued Israeli military operations preventing full deployment.
‘Freeze the conflict’: Drones slow Kazakh oil flow amid Russia-Ukraine war
Kazakhstan suspends oil exports after drone attacks blamed on Ukraine damage its Black Sea terminal, disrupting supplies to European markets as President Tokayev urges Russia-Ukraine conflict resolution.
Israel launches military incursion into Syria amid UN condemnation
Israel’s military forces advanced into southwestern Syria and established checkpoints, drawing UN condemnation of violations against Syrian sovereignty and a 1974 disengagement agreement.
Romania summons Russian envoy as it shoots down third intruding drone
Romania shot down a third Russian drone in as many days and summoned Moscow’s ambassador to protest repeated airspace violations amid escalating concerns about the Ukraine conflict affecting NATO territory.
Netanyahu vows to go to New York City despite ICC arrest warrant, Mamdani
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu says he will address the UN in New York City despite an ICC arrest warrant, dismissing criticism from Mayor Zohran Mamdani and pushing disputed claims about him.
Cuban president accuses US of genocide, seeking takeover
Cuba’s president accused the US of genocide and economic strangulation, citing an oil embargo imposed in January that has caused severe shortages and blackouts affecting the island nation.
What lies ahead for Iran’s economy as scope of US war grows beyond Hormuz?
Iran faces mounting economic pressure from US naval blockades, oil export constraints, and expanded regional military disruptions affecting maritime trade corridors beyond the Strait of Hormuz.
Teen who singer D4vd is accused of killing had multiple abortions, texts reveal
Text messages shown at a hearing reveal a 14-year-old accused murder victim had multiple abortions, prosecutors say, in a case against singer D4vd who faces charges including murder and sexual abuse of a minor.
Trump takes swipes at press during White House Correspondents’ Dinner
President Trump attended a rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, delivering a speech that mixed lighter moments with criticism of the media as “fake news” and accusations of “Trump Derangement Syndrome.”
How Netanyahu gov’t media reforms risk deepening Israeli press bias
Israel’s parliament approved sweeping media reforms that strip oversight safeguards and eliminate journalism standards. Media freedom groups and opposition lawmakers challenged the legislation before elections later this year.
Trump orders Smithsonian to post warnings about ‘inaccurate’ US history
President Trump has ordered warning signs placed at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, directing visitors to locations offering what his administration considers more accurate information about U.S. history.
Dodging snipers, housing crisis forces Yemenis to live on front line
A severe housing shortage in Yemen forces impoverished residents to settle in dangerous front-line areas where sniper fire poses constant threats to families.
How dangerous are wildfires and how can we stop them from getting worse?
Fierce wildfires across southern Europe, Canada, and the US have displaced tens of thousands and choked cities with smoke. While directly killing hundreds annually, wildfire pollution causes an estimated 1.5 million deaths yearly.
‘The captain told me to wear a nappy on board’ – why is air travel so humiliating for disabled passengers?
Disabled air travelers report widespread humiliation and barriers, from being denied wheelchair access to toilets to damaged wheelchairs and staff misconduct, despite legal protections and established protocols.
Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigns
Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigned on Friday, citing health reasons and a diagnosis of Autonomic Neuropathy that causes periodic loss of consciousness, stepping down two years before his term was set to end.
US summons Malaysia envoy over Israel policy
The US summoned Malaysia’s ambassador over the country’s non-recognition policy toward Israel following an incident involving a digital nomad school and Israeli participants.
US records 2,318 measles cases, already surpassing 2025 total
The US has recorded 2,318 measles cases in 2026, exceeding the previous year’s total of 2,289 cases with five months remaining in the year.
Romanian jet fighter shoots down suspected Russian drone
A Romanian F-16 fighter jet shot down a suspected Russian drone that entered the country’s airspace on Friday, marking the first successful interception since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began.
US school shooter pleads guilty in Georgia following father’s conviction
A 16-year-old has pleaded guilty to 55 charges including murder in connection with a 2024 Georgia school shooting that killed four people. His father was previously convicted for providing the rifle used in the attack.
The latest US troops killed in Trump’s Iran war are remembered for lives of service
The Pentagon identified four service members killed in Middle East operations amid escalating US-Iran conflict, bringing total deaths to 18 since late February attacks began.
U.S. signs nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia. And, Nolan Wells’ independent autopsy results
The Trump administration signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia allowing American companies to operate commercial nuclear power plants, though the deal lacks certain oversight provisions.
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