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Russia-Ukraine war: First half of 2026 sees sharp rise in civilian casualties
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Russia-Ukraine war: First half of 2026 sees sharp rise in civilian casualties

The first six months of 2026 saw a steep rise in the number of civilians killed or wounded in the war between Russia and Ukraine, the UN said Tuesday. Both Moscow and Kyiv have increased the number of air strikes targeting vital infrastructure as the Russian invasion grinds into its fifth year.

'We're living in fear': 19 million children in Nigeria are out of school to avoid kidnappings
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'We're living in fear': 19 million children in Nigeria are out of school to avoid kidnappings

The 46 children and teachers that were abducted on May 15th in southwestern state of Oyo were rescued and reunited with their families on July 10th. Since the dramatic abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls in 2014, Nigeria has been hit with waves of mass kidnappings from schools. 27% of children in Nigeria are out of school, one of the highest rates in the world. The threat of abduction serves as on...

The UK gets a new government as its prime minister vows to be a 'circuit-breaker'
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The UK gets a new government as its prime minister vows to be a 'circuit-breaker'

Andy Burnham is now the UK's seventh prime minister in ten years. He has promised to present a ten-year programme offering a new political and economic model for the country, away from the neoliberal polices adopted in the 1980s. Challenges include tackling high cost of living, and the rising popularity of the far right. He has also nominated his government.

The UK gets a new government as its prime minister vows to be a 'circuit-breaker'
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The UK gets a new government as its prime minister vows to be a 'circuit-breaker'

Andy Burnham is now the UK's seventh prime minister in ten years. He has promised to present a ten-year programme offering a new political and economic model for the country, away from the neoliberal polices adopted in the 1980s. Challenges include tackling high cost of living, and the rising popularity of the far right. He has also nominated his government.

India opposition leader calls for Modi to step down as Cockroach protestors press on

India opposition leader calls for Modi to step down as Cockroach protestors press on

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Rahul Gandhi, India's opposition leader, called for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to resign on Tuesday "for destroying the future" of the country's youth. The youth-led Cockroach movement continued their protests in New Delhi, refusing to leave their sit-in site a day after police used tear has and batons to disperse demonstrators marching towards Parliament.

Spain welcomes back its World Cup heroes

Spain welcomes back its World Cup heroes

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Spain has welcomed back its heroes. The day after their victory over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final, the new world champions returned to Madrid, trophy in hand. They can now also add a second coveted gold star above the team's national badge, to go with the first star for winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup title. For an entire generation, this was the first experience of winning a world title.

Protests erupt in Bologna after Moroccan man dies under police restraint

Protests erupt in Bologna after Moroccan man dies under police restraint

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Human rights campaigners and Italy's opposition parties are demanding answers regarding the death of a man who died under police restraint as he pleaded for help. The incident was likened to George Floyd's murder in the United States in 2020, and to tactics used by the US Immigration police (ICE) under President Donald Trump.As anger has grown over his death, violence protests have sparked in Bolo...

Middle East war stuck in 'cycle of enhanced risk' as US and Iran exchange strikes

Middle East war stuck in 'cycle of enhanced risk' as US and Iran exchange strikes

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The US has bombed Iran for a tenth consecutive night, following the killing of American soldiers in Jordan and Iraq. Washington continues to call for an end to Iranian attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. For its part, Iran says it is at 'full scale war' with the US. Experts are concerned that there is no easy off-ramp, although both countries show signs that they are looking to de-escalate...

'Mostly symbolic': Does Aoun's White House visit signal a 'new containment strategy towards Iran'?

'Mostly symbolic': Does Aoun's White House visit signal a 'new containment strategy towards Iran'?

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Eve Irvine is pleased to welcome Nadim Houry, Executive Director of the Arab Reform Initiative. He offers a nuanced assessment of Lebanon's diplomatic and long-term strategic challenges, arguing that President Joseph Aoun's visit to Washington is less about immediate policy breakthroughs than about repositioning Lebanon within an evolving regional order. Houry  highlights the interconnected nature...

World Cup 2026: Spain return to Madrid in triumph

World Cup 2026: Spain return to Madrid in triumph

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Spain reunited with their supporters in Madrid less than 24 hours after winning the World Cup final against Argentina (1-0, after extra time). The players of La Roja, alongside head coach Luis de la Fuente, presented the trophy upon their arrival at the airport before taking part in celebrations across the capital. More than 1 million people attended the parade, which ended with a major concert at...

World Cup 2026 : Spain return to Madrid in triumph

World Cup 2026 : Spain return to Madrid in triumph

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Spain reunited with their supporters in Madrid less than 24 hours after winning the World Cup final against Argentina (1-0, after extra time). The players of La Roja, alongside head coach Luis de la Fuente, presented the trophy upon their arrival at the airport before taking part in celebrations across the capital. More than 1 million people attended the parade, which ended with a major concert at...

UK prime minister Andy Burnham unveils new government, replacing Starmer era

UK prime minister Andy Burnham unveils new government, replacing Starmer era

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Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham took office on Monday, reshuffling the cabinet to remove allies of predecessor Keir Starmer and appointing John Healey as finance minister, Ed Miliband as foreign minister and Wes Streeting as defence minister. Burnham pledged a 10-year plan to tackle cost-of-living pressures and signalled a leftward shift.

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham unveils new government, replacing Starmer era

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham unveils new government, replacing Starmer era

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Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham took office on Monday, reshuffling the cabinet to remove allies of predecessor Keir Starmer and appointing John Healey as finance minister, Ed Miliband as foreign minister and Wes Streeting as defence minister. Burnham pledged a 10-year plan to tackle cost-of-living pressures and signalled a leftward shift.

Live: US launches 10th night of airstrikes on Iran after attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait

Live: US launches 10th night of airstrikes on Iran after attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait

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The US military said late on Monday it ​finished its latest round of strikes on Iran, saying it hit Iranian military command centers, missile and drone launch sites, maritime capabilities and ​air ‌defense systems. he latest round of US strikes ‌on Iran lasted about fivehours. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

Live: Lebanon's Aoun to meet Trump as pressure builds to disarm Hezbollah

Live: Lebanon's Aoun to meet Trump as pressure builds to disarm Hezbollah

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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is set to meet with his US counterpart Donald Trump in Washington on Tuesday, as pressure builds for Beirut to disarm Hezbollah, Israel's key condition before withdrawing from south Lebanon. It comes a day after the United States announced the start of the implementation of an agreement granting the Lebanese army control over "pilot zones" in the south .Follow our li...

French lawmakers set to pass social media ban for children under 15

French lawmakers set to pass social media ban for children under 15

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France's parliament is expected to approve a social media ban for children under 15 on Tuesday after lawmakers from the upper and lower houses reached a compromise on the bill's text Monday. If the bill is approved, France will become the first country in Europe to put such a ban in place.

French lawmakers expected to pass social media ban for children under 15

French lawmakers expected to pass social media ban for children under 15

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France's parliament is set to approve a social media ban for children under 15 on Tuesday after lawmakers from the upper and lower houses reached a compromise on the bill's text Monday. If the bill is approved, France will become the first country in Europe to put such a ban in place.