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Palestinians in Gaza remain in dire conditions as Israeli military operations continue, with displaced civilians caught between makeshift shelters and designated danger zones, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Russian President Putin stated that Europe cannot play the role of mediator in Ukraine peace talks but can assist, signaling a limited diplomatic role for the EU.
Shipping data reported by Reuters shows Iranian oil exports have dropped to their lowest level in at least six years, reflecting the impact of the US blockade and ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
A report raises questions about the extent of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's actual control over Iran, noting he has not appeared in public despite US officials assessing he shapes the country's future.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that US attempts to pressure Prime Minister Narendra Modi into weakening India-Russia relations are futile, citing India's economic growth and predicting bilateral trade could reach $100 billion.
The Peace Implementation Council overseeing Bosnia's Dayton peace accords failed to select a successor for Christian Schmidt, who resigned last month citing US pressure, leaving the post vacant amid political tensions.
Hundreds of Libyan demonstrators blocked the office of the UN refugee agency in Tripoli, protesting against migrants seeking work or passage to Europe.
Slovenia's parliament approved Prime Minister Janez Jansa's centre-right government, which has pledged tax cuts, targeted spending, and an anti-corruption drive.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the longstanding relationship between Pakistan and the United States, covering security, counter-terrorism, energy, and science, at an event marking the US 250th anniversary.
President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act to allocate $700 million to prevent the closure of 13-14 coal-fired power plants in at least 10 states, including Maryland, Alaska, West Virginia, Kentucky, North Carolina, Indiana, Tennessee, and Arizona. The move repurposes funds originally allocated for the Green New Deal, with critics arguing it prioritizes polluters over environmental concerns.
Russian troops attacked the Nova Post innovative terminal in Dnipro for the second time, continuing strikes on civilian infrastructure in the ongoing war.
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