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Hezbollah’s plans, Israel’s threats – is either side ready for war?
Hezbollah says it can and will fight until a ceasefire in Gaza is agreed, here’s a look at the scenarios.
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Remembering the ‘Stronismo’: How ghost of a brutal dictator haunts Paraguay
Seventy years since Alfredo Stroessner seized power, memories of his bloody legacy and a massacre in 2012 live on.
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Squatters take London’s housing crisis into their own hands
A jump in private rents in recent years has left Britons increasingly vulnerable to homelessness.
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Israeli forces intensify attacks in Shujayea as Gaza death toll rises
Soldiers advance in Gaza City neighbourhood as UN says at least 60,000 Palestinian residents displaced.
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Protesters, police clash as Germany’s far-right AfD party congress starts
Alternative for Germany came in second in European Parliament elections earlier this month.
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Israel-Hezbollah: Drone videos and shady reports
An information battle is ramping up the talk of war between Israel and Lebanese group Hezbollah.
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7.6 million: How England’s healthcare waiting list trebled under the Tories
Waiting times for NHS care have also risen sharply across the UK since ruling Conservatives came to power in 2010.
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Mauritanians vote in presidential election with incumbent expected to win
Key issues for voters include fighting corruption and job creation for young people.
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Iran warns Israel of ‘obliterating war’ if it attacks Lebanon
Israeli forces conduct series of attacks on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon as tit-for-tat strikes intensify.
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French National Assembly election: What’s at stake and what to expect?
President Macron appears poised for major losses in Sunday's snap poll, which could see the rise of the far right.
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Can India win the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 final for Virat ‘King’ Kohli?
An Indian win in the final may be the perfect gift to Virat Kohli as he stands at the twilight of his World Cup career.
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Can India win the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 final for Virat ‘King’ Kohli?
An Indian win in the final may be the perfect gift to Virat Kohli as he stands at the twilight of his World Cup career.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 855
As the war enters its 855th day, these are the main developments.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 855
As the war enters its 855th day, these are the main developments.
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Iran heads to presidential run-off on July 5 amid record low turnout
Reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian could benefit if turnout is higher during the second round next Friday.
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Iran poised for presidential run-off in tight race
Masoud Pezeshkian could benefit if turnout is higher during an expected second round next Friday.
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Who is Jordan Bardella, France’s far-right star eyeing the premiership?
The 28-year-old National Rally president, Le Pen's protege, has enjoyed a meteoric rise that could go further yet.
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Who is Jordan Bardella, France’s far-right star eyeing the premiership?
The 28-year-old National Rally president, Le Pen's protege, has enjoyed a meteoric rise that could go further yet.
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Nike stock plunges on surprise forecast of drop in sales
It was the worst day ever for the stock with losses wiping out $28.4bn from Nike's market valuation.
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India vs South Africa: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 final Barbados
The path to the T20 World Cup final has been difficult for varying reasons for India and South Africa, but glory awaits.
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