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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 957
As the war enters its 957th day, these are the main developments.
Categories: South Asia
âCoup has begunâ: Colombiaâs President Petro faces campaign election probe
Colombia's first leftist leader says the investigation into his 2022 campaign finances seeks to unseat him from power.
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CFR-Brookings Institution Election 2024 Virtual Public Event: The Future of the Middle East
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) and the Brookings Institution Foreign Policy Program are collaborating to convene an expert discussion to examine the future of the Middle East.
As part of a series of virtual events convened by CFR and Brookings in the lead-up to Election Day, the conversation will examine the escalating conflicts in the Middle East and the policy options and priorities for an incoming U.S. administration in the region.Â
The series is a part of Election 2024, a CFR initiative focused on exploring the United Statesâ role in the world, how international affairs issues affect voters, and the foreign policy issues at stake in November, and Election â24: Issues at Stake, a Brookings initiative aimed to bring public attention to consequential policy issues confronting voters and policymakers in the run up to the 2024 election. Both projects are made possible in part by grants from Carnegie Corporation of New York.
Categories: Defense Policy
Harris embarks on media interview blitz as polls show her tied with Trump
As many as a quarter of US voters say they want to learn more about the vice president ahead of November's election.
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Does anti-Zionism necessarily lead to anti-Semitism?
Some people who have criticised Israel for its actions in Gaza say they are labelled as anti-Semitic.
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Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant cancels Pentagon visit
The cancelled trip comes as the region braces for Israel's response to Iran's missile attack.
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France, Qatar deliver urgent aid to Lebanon, French foreign minister says
French and Qatari military planes deliver 27 metric tonnes of medicines and basic necessities to Lebanon.
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Israelâs Netanyahu warns Lebanon could face destruction âlike Gazaâ
Israeli PM's remarks claims army has 'taken out' slain Hezbollah chief Nasrallah's successors, as group strikes Haifa.
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Russian Aggression Beyond Ukraine
Panelists discuss Russia's broader strategy beyond Ukraine, including efforts to expand the conflict through cyberattacks and arson across Europe, as well as possible election interference in the United States.
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Categories: Defense Policy
Match time, team news, form: India vs Sri Lanka â ICC Womenâs T20 World Cup
Sri Lanka haven't won a match yet, while India haven't found their batting best form before their Group A match.
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Kenya lawmakers vote to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua
Gachagua has been accused of corruption, insubordination, undermining the government and divisive politics.
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Students hold pro-Palestine protest at French university
University students in Paris held a pro-Palestine protest to commemorate the victims of Israelâs war on Gaza, a year on.
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Israeli soldiers raise flag in Lebanese townâs âIran Gardenâ
Video posted online shows soldiers hoisting an Israeli flag on the ruins of Iran Garden park in Maroun al-Ras, Lebanon.
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Trump claims he visited Gaza â but thereâs no evidence he did
It is unclear whether Trump's comments were a deliberate lie or simply revealed his lack of knowledge of the region.
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James Cleverly emerges as frontrunner in UK Conservatives leadership race
The contest to replace former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will run until November 2.
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Mozambique heads to the polls amid insecurity and drought-induced hunger
President Filipe Nyusi from the governing Frelimo party is stepping down after two terms.
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Albaniaâs opposition supporters rally to demand govât step down
Thousands protest in front of the main government building in Tirana.
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UN chief renews ceasefire calls in Gaza and Lebanon
The UN warns of deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza and Lebanon due to Israelâs war and calls for a ceasefire.
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Florida coast facing historic flood threat from Hurricane Milton
The hurricane is headed for Tampa Bay, one of the most vulnerable areas of the country to flooding from storm surge.
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Hurricane Milton on direct course to hit major US city of Tampa
Hurricane Milton is taking direct aim at the US city of Tampa.
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