UNRWA: 250,000 affected by Khan Younis evacuation orders in Gaza
‘We expect these numbers to grow,’ says senior communications officer of agency, adding people are heading toward west
Su-25 fighter jet crashes during Georgia military exercise
Georgian Defense Ministry says pilot killed in crash, pledges to do thorough investigation
French president ‘main victim’ of snap election’s 1st round:...
President Macron-backed centrist alliance is ‘big loser’ of Sunday’s snap polls, says French academic Benjamin Morel
Gaza death toll hits 37,925 after 25 more killed
At least 87,141 Palestinians injured in Israeli onslaught since Oct. 7, 2023, Health Ministry says
Yemen’s Houthis say they attacked 4 ships linked to Israel, US, UK
Group says it used cruise missiles to attack vessels, achieved direct hits
Car ploughs into pedestrians in South Korea, killing nine
A tragic accident in Seoul has left nine people dead and four injured. A car struck pedestrians waiting at a traffic light near city hall.
Russia hints at possible sanctions lift on Taliban during Doha talks
Russian envoy Vasily Nebenzya indicated that Moscow might drop sanctions on the Taliban, highlighting the need to recognize the group’s control over Afghanistan and address ongoing sanctions issues.
Journalist death toll from Israeli attacks in Gaza rises to 153
Mohammad Mahmoud Abu Shareeah killed after strike on his home in Gaza City, according to local authorities
Death toll in Dagestan terrorist attack rises to 22
Another policeman dies in hospital, number of law enforcement officers killed in assault climbs to 17
Death toll in Gaza rises to 37,900; Israel kill 23 More Palestinian lives
At least 87,060 Palestinians injured in Israeli onslaught on Gaza since Oct. 7, 2023, Health Ministry says
Australia doubles student visa fee in migration crackdown
Visa fees in Australia are now significantly higher compared to the U.S. and Canada
North Korea fired suspected ballistic missile, claims South
Seoul says missile fired towards East Sea, also referred to as Sea of Japan
72% of voters say Biden not mentally fit to serve as president
Poll conducted by CBS News/YouGov comes amid concern over president’s cognitive health following 1st live TV debate
India announces $15M bonus for T20 World Cup winners
The BCCI announces a $14.9 million prize pool to be shared by the team for their talent and determination.
Middle East faces serious changes over Gaza war — Egypt
Egyptian President Sisi addressed the serious changes in the Middle East amid the Gaza conflict, criticizing international silence and pledging to alleviate economic suffering in Egypt.
Midday turnout at 25.9% in France’s early parliamentary election
Rate marks significant rise compared to 2022’s 18.43% at noon
Hamas, Egyptian Intelligence chief discuss Gaza cease-fire talks
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh received call from Abbas Kamel, says group
Voters in France head to polls in critical parliament election
Over 49M voters eligible to cast ballots after President Macron called snap elections on June 9, following defeat in EU elections, far-right surge
Australian PM criticizes social media giant as ‘arrogant’
Remarks by Anthony Albanese comes in wake of Meta global safety chief telling lawmakers social media does not harm children
Palestinian death toll exceeds 37,800
224 Palestinians injured in Israeli attacks in last 24 hours, Health Ministry says
French authorities in New Caledonia extend curfew ahead of polls
Authorities also imposed ban on bearing arms, sale of alcohol, restrict gatherings over weekend after weeks of unrest
France: Racism cases jumped 32% in 2023
Israeli attacks on Gaza, polarizing debates on asylum, migration among factors
French racist incidents up 32 pct, reports human rights body
Racism in France increased by 32 percent in 2023, with significant rises in antisemitic incidents, driven by various social and political factors, including migration debates and far-right influence.
40+ UN members condemn Russia’s arms transfers to North Korea
‘We are deeply concerned about security implications of advancement of this cooperation for Europe, Korean Peninsula, Indo-Pacific region,’ says joint statement
Living in ruins: UN decries escalating misery in Gaza
A UN spokeswoman reported that Gazans are living in bombed-out buildings and next to large piles of trash, describing the conditions as unbearable.
BRICS nations support grain exchange initiative, Russia announces
The BRICS group, which includes Brazil, India, China, South Africa, and others, represents over 30% of global agricultural land
Low voter turnout, boycotts to impact Iran’s presidential election
ISPA survey shows 44.4% will vote in June 28 election, 7.3% likely will, 28.7% won’t, 14.9% are undecided and 4.7% might not