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Death toll rises to 10 in Morocco floods
The rare heavy rains come as the North African kingdom grapples with its worst drought in nearly 40 years
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Netanyahu tells Lebanese to ‘get out of harm’s way’ as Israel carries out strikes in Lebanon
Israeli military says air strikes hit more than 1,300 Hezbollah targets in 24 hours
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US deploys additional troops to Middle East amid rising tensions, Pentagon confirms
Announcement comes as fears of a broader regional war grow, with Israel striking hundreds of targets in Lebanon
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At least seven dead as floods, landslides devastate central Japan
More than 100 areas in the region were isolated, with roads blocked due to landslides and mass power outbreak
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Iran builds 10-km wall on Afghanistan border to curb immigration
The flow of Afghan immigrants has increased since the Taliban took over in August 2021 after US forces withdrew
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Donald Trump rules out 2028 run if he loses US election
He is neck-and-neck with Vice President Kamala Harris, including in key states that often decide close US elections
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Classes resume at Dhaka University following student uprising and Hasina’s removal
As protests grew in July, authorities closed the campus amid a crackdown on demonstrations that left hundreds dead
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US warns regional escalation not in Israel’s interest amid rising tensions with Lebanon
White House National Security spokesperson says tensions much higher now than even a few days ago
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UN's ‘Summit of the Future’ begins as leaders look to tackle global crises
Summit aims to address challenges ranging from military conflicts to climate change
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PM Netanyahu claims Israel struck key Hezbollah targets after Lebanon clashes
Defence Minister says Hezbollah has begun experiencing impact of Israel’s military capabilities