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EU leader touts major new defence plan at emergency summit
EU President Ursula von der Leyen said Europe was at a “watershed moment”.
Bosnian Serb leader Dodik rejects prosecutor summons over separatist laws
Dodik barred Bosnian authorities from Serb-dominated statelet, sparking fears of ‘coup’ that could break up Bosnia.
After Trump’s fiery row with Zelenskyy, Russia heaps praise on US leader
Meanwhile, Europeans are considering how to replace the US with raised defence commitments to Ukraine.
EU leaders hold emergency summit to bolster support for Ukraine
Talks held amid fears of waning US support for Ukraine after Trump pauses aid and suspends intel sharing with Kyiv.
Renewed fears of starvation in Ramadan as Israel blocks aid to Gaza
Palestinians are struggling this Ramadan amid soaring prices and fears of renewed starvation after Gaza aid blockade.
Syrian security forces reportedly clash with pro-Assad gunmen
Syrian security forces clashed with gunmen in al-Sanamayn on Wednesday.
Israel’s “condemnation” of Arab League’s Gaza plan “meaningless”
Ori Goldberg unpacks Trump’s Gaza plans and explains why Israel’s rejection of the Arab League’s proposal holds little w
Hamas accuses Trump of aiding Israel’s Netanyahu in Gaza blockade
Hamas says Trump's rhetoric helps Israel to tighten Gaza siege, risking starvation for 2.3 million residents.
Iran showcases new weapons as it prepares for a rocky 2025
Iran has tested a variety of air defence systems, missiles, drones, warplanes, tanks, and warships over several months.
Ecuadorian artist works on longest drawing in the world
Ecuadorian artist Franz del Castillo is working to create the longest drawing in history, spanning over 3,000 metres.