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At least six people killed in Israeli attacks on southern Syria
The violence in the border area marks increased friction between Israel and Syria.
‘On a journey’: Family mourns Hossam Shabat, journalist killed by Israel
Hossam Shabat's mother mourns her son's death, calling him a hero who gave his life to reveal Gaza's horror.
US consumer confidence plunges to four-year low
Americans' short-term expectations for income, business and the job market also fell over worries about tariffs, prices.
US issues demands to new Syrian government in exchange for sanctions relief
Reuters has reported the US called for the destruction of chemical weapons and a ban on foreign fighters in top roles.
Indonesia beat Bahrain in crucial World Cup qualifier
Indonesia move clear in fourth spot in Group C of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in Asia with 1-0 win against Bahrain.
A timeline of Israel’s weaponisation of aid to Gaza
Israel is again starving Palestinians in Gaza as its renewed bombardment kills hundreds, many of them children.
Russia and Ukraine agree to halt Black Sea strikes, US says
Ukraine defence minister says Kyiv will view movement of Russian military vessels beyond eastern Black Sea as violation.
Renewed fighting in DR Congo as regional powers step up ceasefire efforts
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels battle pro-government fighters in North Kivu and South Kivu province after truce talks.
Oscar-winning Palestinian director Hamdan Ballal released from detention
Ballal, co-director of No Other Land, had been detained by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank.
French actor Depardieu admits grabbing woman, denies sexual assault
French actor Gerard Depardieu says he grabbed by the hips a woman who has accused him of sexual abuse.