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Ukraine and Russia exchange 185 prisoners of war each
Russia and Ukraine have each released 185 prisoners in a major exchange, which Russia says was mediated by the UAE.
Israeli Knesset member backs settlement push in southern Syria
An Israeli Knesset member has publicly backed efforts to establish Israeli settlements in southern Syria.
Man City chair Al Mubarak will ‘say everything’ after verdict on finances
English Premier League side Manchester City charged with 115 alleged breaches of financial rules.
US Senate passes $70bn ICE funding bill: What comes next?
Republicans pass key Trump initiative after marathon vote-a-rama, avoid barring controversial 'anti-weaponisation' fund.
Zverev cruises past Mensik to reach second French Open final
Alexander Zverev will face either Flavio Cobolli or Matteo Arnaldi in final, after beating Jakub Mensik at French Open.
Ireland imposes travel ban on Israeli ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich
Irish Taoiseach Martin says the ministers have shown 'a desire to see the elimination of Palestinians from Palestine'.
Why Washington is reducing visa processing across Africa
US plans to centralise visa processing across Africa could increase cross-border travel for visa applicants.
‘Red meat is a dream’: Iran inflation hits highest level since World War II
The war with the US is not the only factor driving prices skywards.
At least 49 people die of thirst after truck breakdown in Niger desert
Two people managed to survive after walking more than 50km to a water source and then a nearby town.
Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal wins La Liga Player of the Season award
Lamine Yamal will be an integral part of Spain's World Cup 2026 challenge and was key in Barcelona's La Liga defence.

