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Sudan civil war enters 'deadlier' phase due to use of drones, says UN

At least 880 civilians were killed in drone strikes in Sudan between January and April this year, according to the United Nations human rights office, which warns that the increased use of drones risks intensifying violence in the ongoing conflict.

Radio France Internationale

Fears for plastic treaty talks as Norway reviews UN project funding

Move by largest donor to environment programme poses further uncertainty for already troubled negotiations

The Guardian - UK

Disappearances in Mexico involving state at ‘alarming’ rate, says report

Exclusive: Human rights group warns of ‘deep collusion’ between criminals and officials in some parts of country

The Guardian - UK

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‘It’s like we went bankrupt overnight’: poorest Somalis suffer as piles of worthless shillings mount up

Banknotes are now so tattered that even buses refuse to accept them, as a dollarised economy and mobile phone payments push up the cost of essentials

The Guardian - UK

'Everyone shares responsibility': Netanyahu's big admission over October 7 Hamas attack

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged some responsibility for the October 7th security failures, stating accountability rests with "everyone" across the establishment. He emphasized focusing on post-attack events and Iran's broader threat, asserting he was previously a restrained leader. The offensive in Gaza has resulted in significant Palestinian casualties and…

The Times of India

Trump calls Iran’s response to peace plan ‘totally unacceptable’ as ceasefire frays

US president expresses ire at Tehran’s reported demands, as drones strike Gulf nations and Israel warns war ‘not over’

The Guardian - UK

Cruise Ship To Arrive In Spain's Canary Islands Amid Hantavirus Scare

The Dutch-flagged vessel is set to arrive at the Spanish island of Tenerife in West Africa coast on Sunday.

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Israel: What Went Wrong? by Omer Bartov review – the long view

An erudite account of the foundation of the state and its subsequent moral and political decline

The Guardian - UK

Food prices rise to highest in three years on Iran war costs

Consumers may face higher food bills soon. The United Nations' food-commodity price index shows significant gains, with vegetable oils, meat, and cereals leading the rise.

The Economic Times

Two Indians part of crew of luxury cruise ship that reported hantavirus outbreak

A hantavirus outbreak has been reported on the Dutch vessel MV Hondius, with five confirmed cases and three deaths, including two Indian nationals among the crew. The luxury cruise ship, carrying passengers from 28 countries, saw dozens disembark before the outbreak was confirmed. The WHO stated the virus spreads through…

The Economic Times

Communications minister Anika Wells repays $10,000 in incorrect travel expenses

Anthony Albanese rejects calls for Wells to resign over the breaches, saying she had done the right thing and had also apologised

The Guardian - AU

Trump ally Roger Stone condemned for providing lobbying services to Myanmar’s military junta

Stone being paid $50,000 a month to ‘rebuild’ relations between Washington and Myanmar’s military-backed government

The Guardian - UK

The Latest: US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz

The U_S_ military said Thursday that it intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and “targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking U_S_ forces.”

The Independent UK

Israel And Lebanon Set To Have Third Round Of Talks Next Week

Israel and Lebanon are set to have a third round of talks in the U.S. next week, officials with knowledge of the matter told CNN.

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The Independent UK

Could cruise boat hantavirus be the next global pandemic? Experts sound off on if Covid-era lockdowns could return

Three cases have been confirmed as hantavirus by laboratory testing

The Guardian - UK

Spain awards UN legal expert Francesca Albanese one of its highest civilian honours

Honour recognises Albanese’s work ‘documenting and denouncing violations of international law in Gaza’

The Independent UK

How Trump’s ‘one page memo’ could take us back to square one in Iran - after thousands of lives lost and economic ruin

The US has reportedly drafted a 14-point memo to end the war and kickstart negotiations towards a nuclear deal but several issues remain unresolved

International Business Times UK

How Did Ted Turner Die? CNN Founder Passes Away Leaving $2.5 Billion Legacy

CNN founder Ted Turner has died aged 87 at his Florida estate after years living with Lewy body dementia, leaving behind a $2.5 billion fortune and a reshaped global news industry.

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The Guardian - UK

Iran conducting near-daily prisoner executions in secrecy, say rights groups

Families pressured to stay silent, with at least 24 executions reportedly taking place since March amid internet blackout

Radio France Internationale

West Bank settlements prompt call for sanctions from European political figures

Hundreds of former diplomats, ministers and senior officials have urged the European Union to take immediate action against Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, warning that a controversial new construction project could further undermine prospects for a future Palestinian state.

International Business Times UK

Report Says 75 Documented Cases of Palestinian Women Raped in Israeli Custody Are Only 1% of What Is Actually Happening

A Palestinian women's rights group alleges widespread sexual violence against women in Israeli custody, with UN-linked reports suggesting documented cases may reflect only part of the abuse.

The Independent UK

Zack Polanski says no country has right to exist when asked about Israel

Exchange with ITV’s Robert Peston comes as the Green Party leader’s popularity has plummeted following recent criticism

Euronews

North Korea not bound by nuclear non-proliferation treaty, UN envoy says

North Korea has insisted that it will not give up its nuclear arsenal, describing its path as "irreversible" and vowing to strengthen its capabilities.

Radio France Internationale

EU rolls out €6m West Bank aid plan amid settler violence against Palestinians

The European Union is to launch a €6 million programme to help Palestinians facing violence from Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank, with support including attack monitoring, protective equipment and a presence on the ground.

The Economic Times

Mount Everest season opens late, with climbers undeterred by huge ice block and high travel costs

Hundreds of climbers are attempting Mount Everest despite an unstable ice block and increased costs. The Khumbu Icefall route, crucial for ascent, was delayed and now passes under a hazardous serac. Expedition leaders are urging extreme caution due to the objective danger, with a history of fatal incidents linked to…

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