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US carries out two strikes on alleged drug-smuggling boats in the Pacific
The strikes are the first to take place in the Pacific, signalling an expansion of Trump's military campaign.
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ICJ tells Israel it must not use ‘starvation… as a method of warfare’
The ICJ warned Israel that it must do more to supply Palestinians in Gaza with food and other survival essentials.
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Palestinians hold mass funeral for 54 unidentified prisoners
Palestinians prayed at a mass funeral for 54 prisoners Israel returned to Gaza under the new ceasefire.
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China overtakes the US as Germany’s largest trading partner
Economists credit US President Donald Trump's tariff campaign with reducing trade between Germany and the US.
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Louvre reopens after $102M crown jewel heist
The Louvre Museum re-opened three days after a daring daytime heist of eight pieces of France’s crown jewels.
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Israel’s parliament advances bill to annex occupied West Bank
The bill passed 25-24, despite opposition from PM Netanyahu, in the first of four votes it will face to become law.
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ICJ says Israel must allow aid into blockaded Gaza, provide ‘basic needs’
In its advisory opinion, the UN's top court says Israel must support UN institutions, including UNRWA, with aid efforts.
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Nuseirat 274
A harrowing account of an Israeli raid on the Nuseirat refugee camp to free four captives that killed 274 Palestinians.
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Real Madrid vs Juventus 1-0: UEFA Champions League – as it happened
All the updates, including post-match reactions and interviews, following our text commentary stream of the UCL match.
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Updates: Donald Trump meets with NATO’s Mark Rutte at White House
These are the updates for Wednesday, October 22, 2025, as Trump addresses a new US military strike in the Pacific Ocean.
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Where might the stolen Louvre jewels end up; will the robbers be caught?
French police are expected to scour security footage in an attempt to identify the suspects.
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The Church of England owes Zimbabwe more than an apology
From colonial conquest to cover-ups, the Church’s power in Africa was built on empire, silence and denial.
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Israeli minister says ‘99%’ of settlers are law-abiding
Israel’s foreign minister recently said Israeli settlers are “the most law-keeping people on earth”.
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Israel deports 32 activists aiding Palestinian olive farmers amid attacks
Israeli army and settlers have carried out 158 attacks against olive pickers since the start of the current season
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Why is Trump tearing down parts of the White House?
The White House has begun tearing down parts of the East Wing to make way for President Trump’s new ballroom.
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NYC working-class Muslims see progress in Mamdani, but policies win votes
History-making run met with pride, prejudice, but many Muslim New Yorkers more focused on message of affordability.
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How Zohran Mamdani is hoping to make history as New York Mayor
34-year-old Zohran Mamdani is leading the race to become New York City’s next mayor and will create a series of firsts.
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Is JD Vance right in blaming left for political violence in the US?
Vance claims left-wing violence is on the rise, but long-term data show right-wing attacks have been far higher.
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Paris’s Louvre Museum reopens after $102m jewel heist
The Louvre reopens after robbery, prompting debates on security amid ongoing investigations and Senate scrutiny.
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Moment Russian drone strikes near apartments in Ukraine
A bystander filmed the moment a Russian drone struck near an apartment building in Sumy, Ukraine.
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