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USA

UNGA votes to back two-state solution for Israel and Palestine

The resolution supports the recognition of an independent Palestinian state and envisions a two-state solution. It condemns the attack by Hamas on southern Israel on Oct. 7. It also condemns Israel's siege and starvation in Gaza, which produced a humanitarian catastrophe.

Tunisia

Flotilla for Gaza struck by drone off Tunisia, organisers say

Videos circulating online reveal a luminous flying object hitting the vessel. No crew members were harmed. Activists part of the flotilla say they will not be deterred by the attack, and that their mission will continue as planned.

Belgium

Tens of thousands of protesters draw the Red Line for Gaza in Brussels

It comes days after Belgium announced it would impose sanctions against Israel and recognise Palestine at the UN General Assembly later this month, protest organisers say this is the result of public pressure, and urge demonstrators to keep taking to the streets.

Ukraine

Russia launches over 500 drones at Ukraine in massive overnight attack

The large-scale attack comes as Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy turns to European leaders for increased defence efforts and support.

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Ukraine

Russia fires large-scale attack Ukraine's Odesa and Kherson

Moscow continues to intensify its attacks on Ukraine, meanwhile, Zelenskyy reported the Russian army is suffering 'heavy losses' in Pokrovsk region.

Europe News

Putin can only be kept in check through strong deterrence,VDL says

The European Commission President made the comment during a visit to the Polish-Belarusian border on Sunday.

Gaza

Israel wants to halt aid in northern Gaza as it ramps up its offensive

Israel called on Palestinians to evacuate Gaza City, a move the Red Cross warned as 'unfeasible and incomprehensible.'

Ukraine

Former Ukrainian parliament speaker Andriy Parubiy shot dead in Lviv

Andriy Parubiy was shot and killed in Ukraine's Lviv on Saturday. The politician played a significant role in the EuroMaidan Revolution and participated in the Orange Revolution.

Vietnam

At least eight dead in Southeast Asia flooding and landslides

The heavy rain follows Tropical Storm Kajiki, which made landfall in central Vietnam Monday afternoon. The storm weakened into a tropical depression on Tuesday.

Space

SpaceX pulls off Starship rocket launch in tenth test flight

The rocket deployed eight dummy satellites into space, before splashing down as planned into the Indian Ocean.

USA

Trump demands death penalty for all murder cases in Washington

It comes part of the US president's wider crackdown on crime. Earlier this week, Trump deployed hundreds of troops to the US capital, drawing widespread criticism.

Netherlands

Teen's death in Amsterdam sparks outrage over violence against women

'We all have 24 hours in our day. 24 hours that we are free to use how and where we choose,' Dutch actrice and author Nienke ’s Gravemade wrote in a post that went viral on social media.

Gaza

Israel says Gaza City will be destroyed if Hamas rejects ceasefire

Israel’s defense minister says Gaza City could be destroyed unless Hamas accepts Israel’s terms. Earlier this week, Hamas accepted a ceasefire proposal by Arab mediators, almost identical to the one Israel accepted before talks stalled last month.

Europe News

Danish ex-minister stands trial for possessing child sexual material

Former MP and minister Henrik Sass Larsen is accused of possessing photo and video files containing child sexual abuse material, as well as a child-like doll made for sexual purposes.

Ukraine

Russian overnight attack injures 14 in Ukraine's Sumy region

The latest Russian attack overnight on Wednesday on Ukraine's Sumy region injured 14, including children. Zelenskyy urged more sanctions and security guarantees to end Russia's ongoing all-out war.

Syria

Syria and Israel hold first direct talks in US-brokered meeting

In US-brokered talks, Syria and Israel discussed restoring a 1974 ceasefire to de-escalate tensions following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.

Culture news

Eurovision Song Contest gets a brand new look to celebrate 70 years

The contest has revamped its look to celebrate 70 years of being 'United by Music,' with new logos, fonts, and a colourful new brand identity.

Business

EU signs €500 million loan to secure Ukraine's energy security

Under the agreement, Ukraine state-owned company Naftogaz would be allowed to finance emergency gas purchases.

Space

Ariane 6 carrying climate monitoring satellite succesfully launched

The rocket is crucial for giving Europe independent access to space, and reducing its reliance on Elon Musk's SpaceX, and will help the continent build resilience against the climate crisis.

Mexico

Mexico extradites 26 cartel members to US in deal with Trump

The move marks the second time Mexico extradites cartel members to the US, in an effort to curb the threat of US tariffs on its imports.

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