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Indian firm building $15bn Trump-announced steel mill has deep Russia ties
Indian conglomerate Essar Group, whose cofounder stood behind President Trump during announcement of a $15bn steel mill project in Iowa, maintains deep ties to Russian energy interests under Western sanctions.
CDC reports two measles deaths in US as cases hit 35-year high
The CDC confirms 3,659 measles cases this year, marking a 35-year high, with two measles deaths reported amid ongoing debates over vaccine safety and fatality tracking.
Yemen’s war disrupts roads and ports, deepening humanitarian crisis
Renewed fighting in Yemen has displaced thousands and disrupted critical roads and ports, worsening an already severe humanitarian crisis affecting millions.
Russian nuclear-capable bomber plane crashes, killing six people
A Russian Tu-95 nuclear-capable bomber crashed during a training flight in the Amur region, killing at least six crew members and injuring one, according to the Ministry of Defence.
‘New path’: UK’s Burnham promises huge expansion of public services
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham promised major expansions of public services including healthcare, housing, and utilities during his first Labour conference speech, vowing to put Britain on a new path of equitable growth.
Ethiopia blames regional rivals as risk of conflict spillover rises
Ethiopia’s government accuses Eritrea, Sudan and Egypt of backing armed opposition groups as renewed fighting spreads across northern regions, raising concerns about potential regional conflict spillover.
Lindsay Clancy appears in court as her lawyer pushes for murder case to be dismissed
Lindsay Clancy appeared in court Tuesday as her defense team sought dismissal of murder charges in the deaths of her three children, with prosecutors arguing they presented sufficient evidence of guilt.
Knife-wielding schoolboy kills teacher, injures two in Slovakia
A 13-year-old student stabbed a 61-year-old teacher to death in northwestern Slovakia on Tuesday, also injuring two others. The boy was arrested and is being investigated for premeditated murder.
Stuck between superpowers: How Australia navigates the China-US rivalry
Australia deepens military ties with the US while maintaining crucial trade relationships with China, navigating tensions between its security ally and largest economic partner amid rising geopolitical competition.
Israeli settlers attack Jalud village in occupied West Bank pogrom
Israeli settlers set fire to homes in a Palestinian village in the occupied West Bank, forcing a family out again hours after they returned under a court order, in what authorities describe as part of escalating violence across the territory.
‘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.
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.
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