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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 893
As the war enters its 893rd day, these are the main developments.
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Why is a pro-Israel lobby targeting US Congress member Cori Bush?
Bush, who has been leading critic of Israel's war in Gaza, faces a spending surge ahead of her Missouri primary.
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Duplantis sets new world record, retains Olympic pole vault title in Paris
Sweden's Armand Duplantis captured the gold and soared to a new world record at the men's Olympic pole vault final.
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Sheikh Hasina: A critical misstep and the end of 15 years ruling Bangladesh
Following weeks of protests, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned on Monday and fled the country.
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Why are Sudan’s warring sides blocking humanitarian aid?
A humanitarian crisis is happening in the country that many say could have been prevented.
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Israel returns ‘decomposed’ bodies of 89 Palestinians to Gaza
Gaza office says Israel has 'stolen' 2,000 bodies since October 7 and sent some of them in 'an inhumane manner'.
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US Supreme Court refuses to halt Trump’s hush-money sentencing
Decision came in response to a lawsuit by the state of Missouri claiming that the case infringed on US voters' rights.
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Israel returns 84 unidentified bodies to Gaza
Israel has returned to Gaza 84 decomposed Palestinian bodies with no identification.
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The victory of Bangladesh’s student movement should not surprise anyone
It seemed the students toppled Hasina's government in five short weeks, but this revolution was 15 years in the making.
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UN says nine employees ‘may have been involved’ in October 7 Hamas attack
Following probe by United Nations' oversight body, nine individuals have been fired, spokesperson says.
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UNRWA investigation: Nine staff ‘may have been involved’ in October 7
A UN investigation found that nine UNRWA employees ‘may have been involved' in the October 7 attack on Israel.
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Lebanese grapple with fear and tough choices as regional war looms
As the spectre of a major war looms over Lebanon, civilians are bracing for the worst-case scenario.
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The Big Money in US Campaigning
There’s big money in US election campaigning. But how and where does it all come from?
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Bangladesh president orders release of ex-PM Khaleda Zia
The order for Zia's release comes hours after her archrival Sheikh Hasina resigned as PM and fled Bangladesh.
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Turkey to submit bid to join South Africa ICJ genocide case against Israel
Foreign minister says Turkey will formally submit its declaration of intervention on Wednesday at The Hague.
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Celebrations across Bangladesh as PM resigns
Crowds celebrated the resignation of Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
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UK riots: Why are far-right groups attacking immigrants and Muslims?
Police arrest hundreds as chaos fuelled by hate and misinformation grips UK in aftermath of a tragic stabbing attack.
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Hurricane Debby hits Florida coast; evacuations ordered
Agencies warn storm may dump 6 to 12 inches of rain in Florida and 20 to 30 inches in Georgia and South Carolina.
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World reacts to Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina’s removal from power
Reactions as Hasina is forced to resign and flee the country after weeks of deadly unrest in the country.
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British PM says ‘standing army’ of police ready to deal with rioters
Keir Starmer says violent protesters who target Muslim communities would face 'full force of the law'.
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