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Israel Escalates Attacks on Gaza City, Orders Mass Evacuation
Israel has intensified its military operations in Gaza City, issuing evacuation orders for nearly 1 million residents to flee to al-Mawasi, a designated “humanitarian zone” that has faced frequent attacks. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of a large-scale ground offensive, following the destruction of 30 major buildings, including the Al-Roya Tower housing the Palestinian Centre for Human Rights. At least 35 Palestinians, including children, were killed in attacks since dawn, with six more dying from starvation due to Israel’s blockade.
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Israeli Forces Kill Two Palestinian Teenagers in West Bank Raids
Israeli forces conducted violent raids in the Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank, killing two 14-year-old Palestinian boys, Islam Abdel Aziz Noah Majarmeh and Muhammad Sari Omar Maskala. The raids followed a shooting attack in East Jerusalem that killed six Israelis and wounded 12 others. Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called for the attackers’ villages to be leveled, escalating tensions in the region.
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Israel Confirms Killing of Hamas Spokesman Abu Obeida
Israel announced the death of Abu Obeida, the spokesperson for Hamas’ armed wing, in an airstrike on a residential building in Gaza City. The strike is part of Israel’s preparations for a major offensive to seize control of Gaza City, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict after nearly two years of fighting.
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Deadly Train-Bus Collision in Mexico Kills 10, Injures 61
A cargo train crashed into a double-decker passenger bus in central Mexico, killing 10 people and injuring 61. The accident, one of the deadliest in Mexico’s recent efforts to expand its railroad network, has raised concerns about infrastructure safety as the country pushes for modernization.
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Islamic State-Affiliated Militia Kills 60 in DR Congo
An Islamic State-affiliated militia, the Allied Democratic Force, killed at least 60 people in Ntoyo, North Kivu, in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The attack targeted residents gathered for a burial, highlighting the ongoing violence in the region. Local authorities are still assessing the full death toll, with reports of beheadings.
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Norway’s Labour Party Wins General Election
The Labour Party, led by Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, secured a victory in Norway’s general election, defeating right-wing parties. Støre highlighted the win as a sign that social democratic parties can succeed despite the rise of right-wing forces in Europe, emphasizing policies focused on social welfare and equality.
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Russian Glide Bomb Kills 21 in Ukraine’s Yarova Village
A Russian glide bomb struck the village of Yarova in eastern Ukraine, killing at least 21 people and injuring nearly two dozen others. President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the attack as “brutal” and urged allies to strengthen economic sanctions against Russia to curb its military aggression.
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Ethiopia Inaugurates Africa’s Largest Hydro-Electric Dam
Ethiopia launched the continent’s largest hydro-electric dam, aimed at boosting the economy, ending power cuts, and supporting the growth of electric vehicles. The dam is expected to provide sustainable energy and drive development in a country that has banned petrol-powered vehicle imports.
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Nepal Lifts Social Media Ban After Deadly Protests
Nepal lifted its social media ban following protests that resulted in 19 deaths, sparked by anti-corruption demonstrations led by Gen-Z activists. The prime minister resigned amid the unrest, which also included demands for government accountability and reform.
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China’s Surveillance Technology Linked to U.S. Companies
An Associated Press investigation revealed that much of China’s surveillance technology, used to restrict the movement of tens of thousands of people, was supplied by U.S. companies. This has raised ethical concerns about the role of American firms in enabling China’s expansive surveillance apparatus.