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Kenya president withdraws tax hikes following deadly protests
President Ruto pledges dialogue with youth, budget cuts, and austerity measures to offset finances
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Jordan declares it won’t send troops to Gaza to replace Israeli forces
‘We will not clean up after Netanyahu,’ Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi says
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South Korea resumes live-fire drills near North's maritime border after 7 years
Latest development comes after North Korea launches suspected ballistic missile into East Sea
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Gaza crimes: Netanyahu fears potential ICC arrest warrants by July 24
ICC prosecutor requests arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza
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Israel strikes Lebanon with white phosphorus bombs amid heightened tensions
Israeli airstrikes destroy three homes in occupied Shebaa Farms
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High stakes for Biden and Trump as first 2024 presidential debate approaches
This high-profile debate marks their first face-off since 2020.
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US treasury targets shadow banking network facilitating Iran’s military funding
Sanctions have been imposed on almost 50 entities and individuals, targeting revenue-generating activities.
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Turkish president Erdogan congratulates new NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte
In a phone conversation, Erdogan wished Rutte success in his new role.
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Passionate welcome for WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange in Australia after 14-year legal battle
Assange arrived at Canberra airport, greeted by cheering supporters and his family.
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Istanbul sets record with nearly 7 million foreign visitors in first five months of 2024
This marks a 10.31% increase compared to the same period last year.
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IMF releases AI preparedness index for 174 countries
It evaluates economies based on digital infrastructure, human capital, labor policies, innovation, and regulation.
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South Korea sees first rise in childbirth rate in 19 months
The 2.8% rise from the previous year is attributed to a surge in newly married couples post-pandemic.
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Paris gears up for the Olympics as one-month countdown begins
The city is transforming with temporary structures and traffic detours to accommodate events and spectators..
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Erdogan accuses West for supporting Israel's plans to spread war
Erdogan says Israel now setting sights on Lebanon and Western powers are supporting Israel behind scenes
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Dutch PM Rutte appointed NATO chief
Rutte to assume role of secretary-general on October 1, succeeding Jens Stoltenberg
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Will the UK election determine the future of the pound's stability?
Britain's pound has returned to levels not seen since the 2016 Brexit vote.
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UN Palestinian envoy calls for immediate ceasefire to counter Netanyahu's objectives
"Achieve an immediate cease-fire to stop them from manipulating minds," Riyad Mansour tells the Security Council.
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Houthis claim they targetted Israeli vessel 'MSC Sarah V'
Yahya Sarea claims it was a "accurate and direct" hit on the ship, describing vessel as "Israeli."
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Russian and US defense chiefs discuss Ukraine crisis in phone call
This significant conversation comes amid heightened tensions and ongoing conflict in the region.
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AstraZeneca's Tagrisso plus chemo approved by China for first-line cancer therapy
AstraZeneca says approval by China's NMPA based on trials on patients given combination treatment
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Italian PM promises to rectify EU ban on petrol and diesel cars
Meloni comments the decision made no sense in the lower house of parliament ahead of EU summit
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China dismisses US envoy's claim of obstructing cultural exchanges
Burns accused Beijing of making people-to-people exchanges between the two countries "impossible"
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Armenia recognising state of Palestine step towards ending occupation: Abbas
Armenia recognised Palestinian state on June, 21
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PIA crew’s frequent disappearances overseas raise alarm, airline under scrutiny
Crew member Noor Sher is the latest to vanish during an overseas assignment, sparking concern
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German FM warns of regional conflict during Lebanon visit
Baerbock holds talks with Lebanese counterpart on Israel-Hezbollah border tensions
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Probable North Korean hypersonic missile test fails mid-air: Seoul
The early morning launch occurred shortly after Pyongyang sent trash-bearing balloons into South Korea.
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Turkish UN envoy says Syria's situation cannot be allowed to continue
Ahmet Yildiz informs SC that fundamental reasons behind the Syrian conflict are political
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Satirical character Count Binface challenges PM Sunak in parliament
Ipsos survey shows Sunak holds only four percentage-point lead over Binface in favorability
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Major fire erupts near Israeli military base in East Jerusalem
Suspected arson near Ofrit base triggers investigation
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Over 600,000 Sudanese refugees flee to Chad amid growing conflict: UNHCR
The crisis in eastern Chad has reached a critical point, with urgent international support needed for refugees.
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Terrorist attack in western Niger leaves 20 soldiers dead
At least 9 other soldiers wounded, government declares 3 days of national mourning.
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Pentagon confirms Gaza pier back in operation
Spokesperson reports over 6,800 metric tons or 15 million pounds of humanitarian aid have been delivered
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Argentina faces technical recession and rising job losses under Milei's leadership
INDEC reports jobless rate rose to 7.7% in Q1, up from 5.7% at the end of last year.
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Modi wins test of strength in parliament with election of speaker
Om Birla from Modi's BJP re-elected as speaker, defeats K Suresh, an eight-time MP from the opposition Congress party.
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Australian PM expresses satisfaction over Assange 'saga' conclusion
Assange is on flight home to Australia after spending more than five years in London's high-security Belmarsh prison
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Malawi announces ban on thin plastics to combat environmental pollution
Malawi Environment Protection Authority to test plastics in all manufacturing companies to ensure compliance.
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WHO reports alarming rise in monkeypox cases in Africa
Africa has now become the leading region for confirmed mpox cases, surpassing the Americas.
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Iran to select new president
Snap poll comes at time as Iran grapples with the economic impact of international sanctions and regional tensions
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US welcomes ICC arrest warrants for additional Russian officials
The State Department emphasized the need for accountability for atrocities committed by Russian forces in Ukraine.
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Deadly floods strike north central US, leaving two dead
Floods breached Iowa levees Tuesday, prompting local evacuations in the state's northwest region.
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Rahul Gandhi faces new challenges amidst renewed fortunes
Gandhi emerges from third consecutive election defeat with his reputation enhanced as opposition leader
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Germany reports 80% surge in anti-semitic acts following Israel-Hamas conflict
The surge was notably significant following the October 7 attack by Hamas on Israel.
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Russia asserts it has resources to signal nuclear deterrence to the West
Underestimating Russia's potential nuclear weapon use could have 'fatal consequences,' warns deputy foreign minister.
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Kenya stunned by deadly protests
Tensions flare sharply on Tuesday afternoon as police officers fire live rounds on peaceful crowds
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Hamas rejects Israel’s post-war plan for northern Gaza
The group insists that the future of the Gaza Strip should be determined solely by the Palestinian people.
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North Korean missile fails midair after launch, South Korean military reports
Senior officials from South Korea, US, Japan condemn missile launch as UN violation and regional threat.
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UNSC, including US, expresses deep concern over escalating violence in West Bank
Members say Israeli illegal settlement in occupied West Bank undermines two-state solution between Israel, Palestine.
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Israeli court abolishes draft exemptions for ultra-Orthodox Jews
Justices rule without law granting exemptions to students at Jewish seminaries, "state must act to enforce the law".
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UN announces third special envoys meeting on Afghanistan to be held in Qatar
Meeting to discuss advancing international engagement on Afghanistan in a 'coherent, coordinated, structured manner'.
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UAE successfully mediates exchange of 180 Ukrainian prisoners
Emirati foreign ministry says mediation succeeded because UAE leveraged "its partnership with both sides"