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U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Russia’s Oil Sector
The United States has introduced stringent new sanctions targeting Russia’s largest oil and gas companies, aimed at crippling Moscow’s ability to fund its ongoing war in Ukraine. These measures, announced by the Trump administration, are part of a broader effort to pressure Russia into ending the conflict, which has devastated the region for years.
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ICJ Orders Israel to Restore Aid Access in Gaza
In a landmark ruling, the International Court of Justice has mandated Israel to immediately restore access to United Nations-led aid agencies in Gaza, describing the current situation as “starvation as a weapon of war.” This decision comes amid ongoing humanitarian crisis, where aid inflows are insufficient to meet the needs of the population.
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Mass Funeral in Gaza for Tortured Palestinians
A mass funeral was held in Gaza for unidentified Palestinians whose bodies bore evident signs of torture, highlighting the brutal realities of the conflict. Families and activists are calling for international intervention to identify the victims and bring perpetrators to justice.
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Israel Advances West Bank Annexation Bills Amid U.S. Criticism
Israeli lawmakers have pushed forward legislation to annex parts of the West Bank, a move that has elicited rare criticism from the United States, which warns it could undermine peace efforts and regional stability.
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Vice President Vance Supports Gaza Ceasefire After Israel Visit
Following his visit to Israel, U.S. Vice President JD Vance made strong statements supporting the U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, emphasizing the Trump administration’s commitment to maintaining peace in the region amid fragile negotiations.
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Pakistan Resumes Afghan Transit Trade Post-Ceasefire
Pakistan has reinstated Afghan transit trade in phases following a ceasefire agreement with the Afghan Taliban government, after a 10-day suspension due to border clashes that stranded numerous vehicles.
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Delhi’s Air Quality Remains in ‘Very Poor’ Category
The Air Quality Index in Delhi and surrounding areas continues to be in the ‘very poor’ category, prompting the enforcement of Graded Response Action Plan stage II measures to combat severe pollution levels affecting public health.
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U.S. Deploys National Guard to California Amid Tensions
The federal government has deployed National Guard troops to California, seen as a step toward intervention in San Francisco, drawing sharp rebuke from Governor Gavin Newsom who accused President Trump of authoritarian tactics.
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Manhunt Launched After Louvre Museum Heist in Paris
Authorities in Paris are conducting a massive manhunt for four suspects involved in a daring heist at the Louvre Museum, described by President Macron as an attack on French cultural heritage.
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Mosquitoes Detected for First Time in Iceland
For the first time, Iceland has confirmed the presence of mosquitoes, with three specimens likely transported via freight, raising concerns about potential ecological impacts in the mosquito-free nation.
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