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Russian strikes continue; heavy damage in Dnipro and Odesa
Russian missile strikes hit Ukrainian cities including Dnipro and Odesa, killing and wounding civilians and damaging port infrastructure amid continued frontline fighting. Reports say strikes on Dnipro caused multiple deaths and dozens injured, while an Odesa port attack killed at least eight and wounded dozens
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Ukraine sees battlefield shifts as Russia claims gains
Russian officials claim territorial gains including capture of Pokrovsk after sustained offensives, as Kyiv reports heavy fighting and seeks continued Western military support. NATO and EU debates over aid continue while Ukraine pursues its defense amid renewed attacks
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Indonesia flood death toll rises past 600
Severe flooding and landslides in Indonesia have killed hundreds, with official tallies rising to at least 604 dead and hundreds more missing as rescue operations continue. The disaster is part of a broader damaging 2025 monsoon season in the region
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U.S. conducts strikes on alleged drug-trafficking vessels in Pacific
The U.S. Navy launched strikes on boats suspected of carrying illegal narcotics, an action the U.S. Southern Command says killed several people aboard and forms part of an intensified campaign against maritime drug trafficking. Reports say the operations raised international scrutiny over rules of engagement and accountability
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EU agrees major interest-free loan package for Ukraine
European Union leaders approved a large interest-free loan — reported at roughly €90 billion — to support Ukraine's military and economic needs over the next two years, while members remain divided on other measures like Russian asset freezes. The loan underscores sustained EU financial backing despite internal disagreements
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Pakistan court sentences Imran Khan and wife in graft case
A Pakistani court convicted former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in a graft case, handing down lengthy prison sentences that could reshape Pakistan’s political landscape. The verdict has triggered polarized domestic reactions and international attention
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DR Congo and Rwanda leaders sign peace agreement in Washington
Presidents Félix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame formally signed a peace agreement in Washington, D.C., hosted by U.S. leadership, aiming to de-escalate the DR Congo–Rwanda tensions and address armed group activity in eastern Congo. The deal follows months of violence including M23 advances and captures such as Uvira
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Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai convicted under national security law
Jimmy Lai, pro-democracy media figure, was convicted under Hong Kong’s national security law in a trial critics describe as politically driven, drawing condemnation from human rights advocates. Observers view the conviction as part of a continuing clampdown on dissent in the city
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High-profile court convictions heighten Latin American political tensions
Brazil’s political landscape shifts as the Chamber of Deputies approved a bill easing penalties for certain crimes — a measure that could affect former president Jair Bolsonaro’s long sentence — prompting debate about accountability and rule of law. The move has drawn criticism from opponents and legal analysts
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UN extends peacekeeping mandate in DR Congo; urges Rwanda withdrawal
The U.N. Security Council extended the peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for another year and urged Rwanda to withdraw forces from eastern Congo amid international concern over cross-border interventions. The resolution aims to stabilize the region and protect civilians amid ongoing clashes
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Mass funeral in Bangladesh draws huge crowds after activist killing
Hundreds of thousands attended the funeral of Bangladeshi activist Sharif Osman Hadi following his death from gunshot wounds, reflecting deep public anger and raising questions about political violence and security in Bangladesh. Authorities face pressure to investigate the killing and prevent further unrest
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Train-elephant collision in India kills seven elephants
A high-speed passenger train struck a herd of Asiatic elephants in Assam, India, killing seven adults and injuring a calf, prompting calls for better wildlife protection on railway corridors. Conservationists urged infrastructural and operational changes to prevent repeat tragedies
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