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One other thing we do know is that while the Philadelphi-hostages stalemate continues, the remaining hostages are languishing in Gaza. If only things were so simple and clear-cut. The mass protests and general strike that erupted following the horrific execution of six hostages by Hamas and the blame thrust on the government for its failure…
Al-Qaida-linked militants attack a strategic town in Somalia
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Venezuela earthquakes live updates: At least 920 dead and 3,360 injured as rescuers race to find survivors
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said the desperate search would continue as officials warned the death toll is likely to climb. At least 920 people have been killed and 3,360 injured following powerful back-to-back earthquakes that rocked Venezuela, officials said on Friday. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said the coastal state of La Guaira, north of the…
Iran strike sparks dispute with Iraq as fears of regional upheaval grow
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Man shot dead after French synagogue set on fire
French police have killed a man after a synagogue was set on fire in the north-western city of Rouen. The man was armed with a knife and a metallic tool and was shot after he threatened officers, the Rouen prosecutor said. Rouen Mayor Nicolas Mayer-Rossignol said the attack on the synagogue did not just affect…
South Korea flood death toll rises to 40, Yoon blames botched responses
SEOUL, July 17 (Reuters) – South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Monday blamed authorities’ failure to follow disaster response rules as the death toll from days of torrential rain rose to 40, including a dozen people found dead in a submerged underpass. Deluges have pummelled central and southern regions since Thursday as the rainy…
