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At least 57 die as thousands of migrants breach Spanish enclave Ceuta
A massive surge of migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta has triggered a diplomatic crisis, leading Italy to suspend Schengen border-free travel with Spain.
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Spain reports 57 dead as migrants retreat from Ceuta border rush
Tens of thousands of migrants stormed the Spanish territory of Ceuta, leading to fatalities and threats from Italy to suspend Spain from the Schengen Area.
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UN weather agency warns strong El Nino to intensify from August
International authorities warn that an intensifying El Nino and rising ocean heat will bring below-normal rainfall, threatening South Asian agriculture.
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Four bodies found in search for missing climbers after Pakistan avalanche
Severe weather has suspended the search for six missing mountaineers after an international team was hit by an avalanche on Broad Peak.
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US and Israel consider land blockade to increase economic pressure on Iran
The proposed strategy involves sealing all land borders to isolate Tehran, though success depends on persuading neighbor nations to risk Iranian retaliation.
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Oprah Winfrey to close South Africa girls academy in 2027
The 52-acre campus near Johannesburg will be transferred to the Gauteng provincial government following an agreement established at the school's founding.
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US State Department mislabels all African nations on map at AIDS summit
Presented at an AIDS conference in Rio de Janeiro, a U.S. State Department slide deck featured an AI-generated map that severely mislabeled nations across Africa.
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Trump announces Hamas agreement for complete disarmament in Gaza
Donald Trump announced an agreement for the disarmament of Hamas in Gaza as part of a peace plan, despite immediate Israeli objections and skepticism over heavy weapons oversight.
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Danube's Low Levels Threaten Nuclear Power Outputs in Hungary and Romania
Critical cooling water shortages have pushed the Paks facility below 50% capacity, while Romania has already disconnected one reactor at Cernavoda.
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Trump says deal reached to disarm Hamas, Israeli support for plan remains uncertain
While the White House claims a breakthrough on dismantling Hamas's military infrastructure, the group insists it will not disarm until Israeli forces withdraw.
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Nirmal Purja and nine climbers missing after Pakistan avalanche
An international climbing team led by Nirmal Purja faced an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan. Search-and-rescue efforts are currently hampered by adverse weather.
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US military launches fresh strikes in Iran following attacks on US bases
The US military launched fresh airstrikes targeting the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps across Iran, following a series of attacks on American forces in the Middle East.
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Iran launches missile barrage as US and Saudi forces strike Iraqi militias
Joint US and Saudi airstrikes in Iraq have triggered a sweeping regional escalation, with Iran launching retaliatory ballistic missiles at Jordan.
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Explosions in Egypt port may signal spread of war
Explosions rocked a natural gas loading port on Egypt's coast after a drone strike hit a US-owned tanker, sharply escalating the regional conflict.
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Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment At Senate COVID-19 Hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked his constitutional right against self-incrimination at a Senate hearing led by Sen. Rand Paul, sparking a clash over pandemic origins and federal research funding.
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Russia charges Telegram founder Durov with facilitating terrorism
Russia's FSB has formally charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorist activities and issued an international arrest warrant.
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Netanyahu holds high-stakes White House meeting with Trump on Iran war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US President Donald Trump at the White House for a closed-door meeting during high-stakes talks.
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Japan earthquake leaves dozens injured or missing after 7.1 magnitude quake hits Kyushu
A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu island, triggering factory suspensions, a mall collapse, and urgent overnight rescue operations.
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Senate expected to confirm Jay Clayton as next intelligence director
The Senate is poised to confirm Jay Clayton as the nation's intelligence director, replacing interim head Bill Pulte following a contentious confirmation hearing.
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Suspect in Berlin Pride attack fatally shot by police
German law enforcement tracked down and fatally shot the primary suspect in the deadly Berlin Pride attack during a raid in the Spandau district, ending a manhunt across the capital.