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Murder in Okinawa: The US military’s history of alleged crime in Japan
A US Marine is alleged to have murdered a Japanese woman in Okinawa, prompting Japanese government protests and public rallies amid decades of military-related crimes in the region.
In both France and Spain, ruling parties must prove they can give young protesters hope
Youth-led protests erupt across France and Spain over housing costs and education funding, challenging ruling parties to address generational economic insecurity amid political gridlock.
Latest US military strike on alleged drug boat kills four in Caribbean
The US military conducted another strike on an alleged drug trafficking boat in the Caribbean, killing four people, according to Southern Command.
Yemeni gov’t forces aim for Sanaa, but Houthi defeat will be a challenge
Yemeni government forces have announced a major offensive to recapture territory from Houthi militants, claiming recent advances along the Red Sea coast and around the strategic Bab al-Mandeb strait.
DR Congo boat collision kills at least 30, dozens missing
A boat collision on the Congo River in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed at least 30 lives, with dozens more reported missing, according to provincial officials.
What is ‘Herod’s Pool’, and why is Israel developing it in the West Bank?
Israel has begun developing an ancient pool in the occupied West Bank after settlers illegally diverted water from a Palestinian village, formalizing the site as “Herod’s Pool” as part of broader heritage preservation efforts.
Mecca Alliance: Turkiye, Pakistan agree to military deployment to Saudi Arabia
Turkey, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia have agreed to deploy military forces to the kingdom in response to attacks by Yemen’s Houthi group, triggering their mutual defense alliance signed in August.
Mexico seeks evidence of border shooting that prompted US troop deployment
Mexico requested evidence from the US regarding a reported cross-border shooting that prompted American troop deployment, stating its military detected no shots fired from Mexican territory.
Flávio Bolsonaro poised to win Brazilian presidency after shock first-round victory
Flávio Bolsonaro won Brazil’s first-round presidential election with 47.03% of votes, ahead of incumbent Lula da Silva’s 45.16%, positioning himself as the frontrunner for the October 25 runoff.
Christa Pike’s prognosis still unclear after failed execution, lawyer says
Christa Pike remains critically ill in hospital on a ventilator following her failed execution, with her prognosis uncertain, according to her lawyer.
Air strike in Sudan kills UN aid truck driver: WFP
An air strike on UN food aid trucks in Sudan’s South Kordofan killed a driver, with the World Food Programme calling for an investigation into the attack on clearly marked humanitarian vehicles.
Mass protests demanding poll chief resignation shake India for third day
Mass protests demanding India’s election commission chief resign have continued for a third day, with demonstrators alleging voter-roll revisions disenfranchise millions to benefit the ruling BJP.
Ukraine ready for US-backed talks with Russia: Zelenskyy
Ukraine’s president says Kyiv is ready for trilateral talks with the United States and Russia this month to discuss ending the war.
Pro-Imran Khan mass rally launched after Pakistan government talks fail
Supporters of jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan launched a mass rally from the northwest after government negotiations failed, with the march expected to reach near Islamabad by Thursday.
Serbian populist leader Vucic launches campaign for prime minister
Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic launched his campaign for prime minister ahead of a parliamentary election scheduled for October 25, addressing thousands of supporters at a Belgrade arena on Saturday.
Zimbabweans struggle to rebuild after fleeing xenophobia in South Africa
Over 116,000 Zimbabweans returned home from South Africa following anti-immigrant tensions and a June 30 deadline set by activist groups, facing economic hardship and limited job prospects upon arrival.
‘We are in a kind of war’: row over viral Amsterdam chip shop lands in court
Residents of Amsterdam’s exclusive canal district have sued the city over licensing a viral TikTok-famous chip shop, citing overcrowding, littering, and rat infestations from the queues.
Trump defiant about midterm chances as he rallies for Republicans in Ohio
President Trump rallied for Republican candidates in Ohio, expressing confidence in his party’s midterm prospects despite polling challenges and economic headwinds from inflation and geopolitical tensions.
Saudi-led coalition dismisses ‘misleading’ Houthi claim of Riyadh attack
The Saudi-led coalition dismissed Houthi claims of attacking Riyadh, characterizing the assertions as misleading amid escalating fighting in Yemen.
Gaza’s Christians mourn mother and daughter killed in Israeli attack
Two Palestinian Christian women were killed in an Israeli air attack on Gaza City, prompting expressions of grief from religious leaders and highlighting the vulnerability of Gaza’s dwindling Christian community.
Bosnia votes in one of world’s most complicated general elections
Bosnia and Herzegovina held general elections to choose national and regional leaders, with voters selecting a tripartite presidency and lawmakers amid complex institutional structures designed to manage ethnic divisions.
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