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Intense fighting and air strikes in Gaza and Rafah
Israeli military operations continue in Gaza after a recent Rafah ambush that killed a militia leader and others, with reports of ongoing clashes and civilian displacement; coverage notes multiple incidents and evolving security measures in Rafah and surrounding areas.
US conducts strikes in Syria after attack that killed US personnel
The United States launched retaliatory strikes on ISIS targets in Syria following an attack in Palmyra that killed two US service members and an American interpreter, with US and international outlets reporting the strikes and subsequent regional tensions.
Russian missile strike hits Odesa port, causing civilian casualties
A Russian strike on port infrastructure in Odesa killed at least eight people and wounded dozens, according to Ukraine’s Emergency Service and international reporting, intensifying concerns over attacks on civilian maritime and logistics facilities.
UN extends peacekeeping mandate in DR Congo, urges Rwanda to withdraw forces
The UN Security Council extended the peacekeeping mission in eastern Congo for a year and publicly urged Rwanda to pull back forces amid continued violence and concerns over cross-border involvement in the region.
EU agrees to major interest-free loan package for Ukraine
European Union leaders agreed to provide a large interest-free loan (reported around €90 billion) to support Ukraine’s military and economic needs for the next two years after negotiations over alternative proposals stalled.
US trade and domestic policy moves under Trump administration
The Trump administration announced a sweeping tariff campaign and new drug-pricing agreements aimed at lowering costs for American patients while reshaping trade relations; official White House materials and media reports detail new tariffs and pharmaceutical agreements.
Guinea-Bissau coup and transitional charter adopted by junta
Guinea-Bissau’s military junta adopted a one-year transitional charter suspending the constitution and outlining the junta’s authority during the transition, while regional diplomacy and asylum actions remain active.
Czech Republic appoints Andrej Babiš as prime minister again after election
Following the 2025 parliamentary election, opposition leader Andrej Babiš of the ANO party was appointed prime minister for a second non-consecutive term, according to major news reporting of the Czech political developments.
WHO closes Global Summit on Traditional Medicine with calls for balanced health and planetary approaches
The WHO convened its Second Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, concluding with calls to integrate traditional medicine into health systems to promote balance for people and the planet, per the WHO’s published remarks.
COP30 and global climate policy headlines from Brazil and EU reversals
COP30 in Brazil and recent EU policy shifts (including a reported U-turn on petrol car rules) and other climate developments were highlighted in environmental and policy outlets as shaping the near-term climate agenda and implementation debates.
High-speed train collision kills elephants in India; animal–infrastructure conflict raises concerns
A passenger high-speed train in Assam collided with a herd of Asiatic elephants, killing seven and injuring a calf, prompting renewed discussion on railway routes, wildlife corridors and mitigation measures in India.
US restrictions on Honduran election officials' visas amid contested special vote count
The US imposed visa restrictions on two Honduran election officials, citing interference in a special vote count, reflecting growing diplomatic pressure over electoral transparency in Central America.