Cyclone is expected to land on coast of southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday

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US judge denies Trump immunity from criminal charges, allowing election interference case to proceed after presidency

Israel considers a buffer zone on Gaza's border, informing Arab states; aims to prevent attacks, shape post-war Gaza