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At least five killed in Sudan’s South Kordofan in attack by rebel group
At least five people have been killed in an artillery attack on residential areas in Sudan’s South Kordofan province, with a medical organization accusing a rebel group of the assault.
UAE pardons Egyptian dissident-poet al-Qaradawi facing 10 years in prison
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has pardoned Egyptian dissident-poet Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi, who was sentenced to 10 years in prison on August 27.
Pentagon polygraphs dozens of US military staff over media leaks
Pentagon investigators subjected approximately 50 Joint Staff members to polygraph examinations following unauthorized leaks about US military ammunition reserves and weapons stockpiles.
How could US-Iran conflict end? Three experts give their views
US-Iran conflict enters seventh month with little sign of resolution as both sides exchange strikes and reject compromise, despite economic blockade and expired ceasefire agreement.
‘They’ll be finding bodies next year’: a renowned forensic scientist on Nepal’s ‘extreme challenges’
A renowned forensic scientist warns that many victims of Nepal’s recent devastating flood may never be found or identified, citing difficult terrain and inadequate resources hampering recovery efforts.
Germany’s far-right AfD party is poised for power in a state election
Germany’s far-right AfD party leads polls ahead of a state election in Saxony-Anhalt that could make it the first far-right party to govern a German state since World War II.
Trump asks SCOTUS to OK changes to mail-in ballots. And, diesel prices hit record high
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to block a judge’s restraining order on mail-in ballot restrictions. Meanwhile, diesel prices have hit record highs at $5.85 per gallon nationwide.
Trump’s peace envoys to visit Moscow and Kyiv over weekend
US peace envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner plan weekend visits to Moscow and Kyiv to advance negotiations toward ending the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Germany urges EU to cut Russians’ holiday visas after sabotage attacks
Germany urges the EU to restrict Russian tourist visas following alleged sabotage attacks, citing security concerns and contradictions with Ukraine-related sanctions policy.
How could US-Iran conflict end? Three experts give their views
As the US-Iran conflict enters its seventh month with an expired ceasefire agreement, experts assess the likelihood of resolution amid ongoing military strikes and economic sanctions.
Germany’s far-right poised for power in state election
The far-right Alternative for Germany party is leading polls ahead of a state election in Saxony-Anhalt, potentially becoming the first far-right party to govern a German state since World War II.
Unprecedented: the US deportees forcibly flown to a fourth country
Six deportees forcibly sent to Liberia refused to disembark and were flown to Equatorial Guinea instead, marking the first time individuals have been deported to a fourth country in what observers describe as an unprecedented action.
More than 80 migrants feared dead after boat rescued off Canary Islands
Spanish maritime rescue teams discovered a boat with 44 survivors off the Canary Islands after it drifted for 27 days, with over 80 people feared dead from the vessel that departed West Africa in early August.
Gloria Steinem: Feminist activist and journalist dies, aged 92
Gloria Steinem, pioneering feminist activist and journalist who co-founded Ms. magazine and led the women’s liberation movement in the US, has died at age 92.
Kenya’s President William Ruto orders crackdown on foreigners operating small businesses
Kenya’s President William Ruto ordered a crackdown on foreign traders operating small businesses, directing them to cease operations and pledging to fast-track legislation restricting foreigners from certain trade sectors.
Care workers and others fleeing UK modern slavery win visa reprieve
The UK Home Office is allowing victims of modern slavery on skilled worker visas to work for any employer, rather than remaining tied to a sponsoring employer under post-Brexit rules.
‘We need a touch of humanity’: Swedish opposition pledges to help Britons facing deportation
Swedish opposition party pledges to reopen deportation cases for British nationals facing removal due to Brexit administrative issues, calling for greater humanitarian consideration.
Spain’s PM says no evidence ‘whatsoever’ Morocco behind Ceuta border breach
Spain’s prime minister told parliament the government has found no evidence that Morocco planned or facilitated a mass border breach into Ceuta in late July, despite an emerging police report suggesting otherwise.
Shootout in Kyiv between Ukrainian spy services ‘disgraceful’, says Zelenskyy
A shootout between Ukraine’s domestic security service and military intelligence directorate in central Kyiv injured several people, prompting President Zelenskyy to call the incident “disgraceful.”
Iran targets US bases as Israel warns sanctions could drive Tehran to ‘desperate steps’
Iran struck US military bases in Kuwait and the UAE with missiles and drones, continuing attacks despite new sanctions. Israel’s defence chief warned economic pressure could push Tehran toward more extreme measures.
Rise of far-right leader Roberto Vannacci challenges Meloni as she celebrates Italian milestone
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni celebrates her government becoming the longest-serving since World War II, but faces a political challenge from far-right rival Roberto Vannacci, whose new party has surged to 8% in polls.
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