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What is happening in the Occupied West Bank?
Israeli settlers set fire to two mosques in the occupied West Bank early this week, spray-painting racist graffiti as part of escalating violence against Palestinians in the region.
Pinochet-era soldier jailed for killing folk singer Víctor Jara 53 years ago
A retired Chilean colonel has been arrested more than 50 years after being convicted of murdering folk singer Víctor Jara during the Pinochet dictatorship in 1973.
What drove Venezuela’s decision to leave the ICC?
Venezuela formally notified the United Nations of its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court on Friday, citing geographical bias against Global South nations and marking a significant shift in its foreign policy alignment.
Will UNESCO’s heritage listing halt Israeli plans for West Bank’s Sebastia?
UNESCO added Sebastia in the occupied West Bank to its World Heritage list and endangered sites list, with Palestinian officials hoping this will prevent Israeli land confiscation and expansion plans.
Saudi Arabia defends against drone strikes from ‘Iran-backed’ groups
Saudi Arabia reported intercepting drones targeting oil facilities and Riyadh, attributing the attack to Iran-backed groups. Yemen’s Houthi rebels separately claimed responsibility for targeting Saudi oil infrastructure.
UN eyeing potential Israeli war crimes in Lebanon
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk accused Israel of large-scale human rights violations in Lebanon that may constitute war crimes, citing ongoing military operations despite an April ceasefire.
Pakistan-administered Kashmir opens polls in violence-wracked vote
Pakistan-administered Kashmir held the first round of local elections amid heavy security and violence that killed dozens in preceding weeks, with protest movements demanding electoral reforms.
What is a ‘fire cloud’, and how have they worsened wildfires in Europe?
France and Spain face unprecedented wildfires exacerbated by pyrocumulonimbus clouds—fire-generated thunderstorms that create dangerous wind patterns and lightning, potentially spreading blazes further.
Berlin Pride attack suspect shot and killed during police operation
A 21-year-old German citizen was fatally shot by police in Berlin after allegedly driving a van into a Pride celebration crowd, killing one woman and injuring 29 others in what authorities describe as an Islamist terror attack.
German arms export licences for Israel surge with focus on sub project
Germany has approved nearly 800 million euros in arms export licenses to Israel in the first five months of 2026, with over 60 percent linked to a submarine project.
Death toll from Pakistan monsoon rains, floods tops 100
Pakistan’s monsoon rains and flooding have killed at least 107 people and injured 344 others since late June, with authorities warning of additional downpours expected later this week.
Sam Altman says AI has entered ‘singularity’: Should we be worried?
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman declared that artificial intelligence has reached ‘the singularity,’ where AI surpasses human intelligence, sparking both optimism and concern about control and safety.
ICC top prosecutor removed over sexual misconduct allegations
The ICC’s Assembly of States Parties voted to remove chief prosecutor Karim Khan over sexual misconduct allegations, which he denies. The decision follows a lengthy investigation and removes him from the world’s only permanent war-crimes tribunal.
Israeli settlers set fire to mosques, cars and farm land in West Bank, Palestinians say
Israeli settlers have set fires to two mosques and damaged vehicles and farmland in the West Bank, Palestinian officials report, amid escalating tensions following a deadly clash between settlers and Palestinians.
Joy in Greece as Mount Olympus joins Unesco list of world heritage sites
Mount Olympus has been added to Unesco’s world heritage list after a 12-year application process, joining sites including D-day beaches in Normandy and ancient Japanese capitals.
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.
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