Security camera footage shows an Israeli soldier throwing a stun grenade into a car with young Palestinians during a raid in the Qalandiya refugee camp in the West Bank. The soldier then appears to close the car door as the grenade explodes inside.
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The incident took place during a raid in the Qalandiya refugee camp.
The location is in the occupied West Bank.
A stun grenade was thrown into a car carrying young Palestinians.
The grenade is a non-lethal explosive used to disorient people.
The soldier is seen closing the car door after throwing the grenade.
The event was captured on a security camera.
The footage shows interaction between Israeli soldiers and Palestinian civilians during the raid.
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Israel used a digital military system called Tzayad to identify about 1,000 possible enemy targets per day during the wars in Gaza and Lebanon from October 2023 to the end of 2025. According to Elbit Systems, the company that supplies this system, it detected around 850,000 targets in real time across different battle areas during this time.
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Israel’s Tzayad system tracked roughly 1,000 potential targets daily during the first two years of conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon.
The total number of detected targets was about 850,000 between October 7, 2023, and the end of 2025.
Targets included people, vehicles, and objects that could be attacked from land, sea, or air.
Elbit Systems presented these figures at a military conference in London, where senior British and NATO military officials also attended.
An Elbit spokesperson said the 850,000 figure reflects overall system activity and data, not only confirmed enemy targets or attacks.
Experts raised concerns about the large number of potential targets and the challenge of verifying the accuracy and legality of each one.
The conflict has caused heavy damage and displacement, including in Gaza and southern Lebanon.
Elbit Systems is developing the Tzayad system further to use artificial intelligence to help military decision-making.
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NATO is holding an important summit in Ankara amid tensions about defense spending and the U.S. military presence in Europe. European leaders have increased their defense budgets, but the U.S. has not clearly stated how many troops it might withdraw from the continent, causing uncertainty among allies.
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NATO members agreed to increase their defense spending, with Europe and Canada spending nearly 20% more in 2025 than in 2024.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited President Trump to highlight the $1.2 trillion added to defense since Trump took office.
The Ankara Summit is expected to address U.S. troop levels in Europe, though the U.S. may not provide clear answers.
Some NATO countries have surpassed spending targets, while others lag behind, causing tension within the alliance.
The U.S. argues Europe has relied on American military support for decades, leading to complaints about unfair spending.
President Trump has publicly criticized NATO, calling the alliance one-sided and suggesting it is not benefiting the U.S. enough.
Discussions may include Europe's defense industry and Ukraine’s future security situation.
The summit will test the unity and future role of NATO after nearly 80 years of existence.
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Super Typhoon Bavi hit United States islands in the western Pacific, including the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam. The storm brought very strong winds and heavy rain, causing major damage and forcing residents to take shelter.
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Super Typhoon Bavi made landfall near Guam, especially affecting the island of Rota.
Winds reached over 150 mph (241 km/h), like a category-five hurricane.
The storm moved slowly westward toward the Philippines at about 9 mph (14 km/h).
Authorities warned people to seek shelter immediately, treating the winds like a tornado threat.
The Northern Mariana Islands and Guam have about 210,000 residents combined.
Reports of major damage came from Rota, but full impact details are unclear due to poor communication.
Flood and typhoon warnings were active for several islands, including Guam, Tinian, and Saipan.
The storm could bring up to 20 inches (51 cm) of rain and last through Monday night.
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Prince Harry has accepted an invitation to stay at Buckingham Palace during his visit to London this week. He will be in the UK to attend the Invictus Games in Birmingham and participate in charity events.
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Prince Harry will stay at Buckingham Palace for part of his UK trip.
The visit is confirmed by a spokesperson for the Duke of Sussex.
His trip includes attending the Invictus Games in Birmingham.
Prince Harry will also take part in several charity events during the visit.
The visit is scheduled for this week in London.
More details about the visit will be provided later.
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Millions of people in Tehran, Iran, are taking part in a multi-day funeral procession for the former supreme leader Ali Khamenei, who died in an airstrike linked to the ongoing conflict involving the US and Israel. His son, Mojtaba Khamenei, is now the new supreme leader but has not appeared publicly during the ceremonies.
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Ali Khamenei, Iran’s former supreme leader, was killed in February during a US and Israel airstrike.
His son, Mojtaba Khamenei, became supreme leader in March but has not been publicly seen due to security reasons.
The funeral procession is lasting six days and covering five cities, with millions attending.
The procession includes the coffins of Khamenei and family members who died in the same strike.
Streets and airspace in Tehran have been closed due to national mourning.
The funeral will end at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad, Khamenei’s birthplace.
Calls for revenge against the US and Israel have been made during mourning events.
Israel’s defense minister warned that Iranian leaders who threaten Israel could face similar consequences.
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Over 300 children have died in the Sudan conflict over six months, with most deaths caused by drone strikes, according to UNICEF. The fighting between Sudan’s military and the Rapid Support Forces is focused in several states, leading to many casualties, displacement, and humanitarian needs.
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More than 300 children have been killed in six months in the Sudan war, mostly from drone strikes.
The war began in April 2023 between Sudan’s military and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.
Fighting is concentrated in Kordofan, Darfur, and Blue Nile states.
Drone attacks are responsible for about 60% of the casualties.
At least 59,000 people have died and around 13 million have been displaced.
Over 30 million people in Sudan need humanitarian help.
Civilian places like schools, markets, fuel, and water stations have been targeted.
The United Nations urges all parties to protect civilians and allow safe access for aid.
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French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to visit Syria soon, marking the first visit by a Western leader since the 2024 removal of Bashar al-Assad. The visit aims to strengthen ties and discuss economic cooperation and regional issues, though no exact date has been given.
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Macron’s visit will be the first by a Western European head of state since Assad was ousted in 2024.
The Syrian presidency announced the visit but did not specify the date.
Macron will be accompanied by French investors and company representatives.
The trip will focus on improving bilateral relations and economic cooperation.
Discussions will include regional and international developments.
The last French president to visit Syria was Nicolas Sarkozy in 2009, before the Syrian conflict began in 2011.
Other recent visitors to Syria include Qatar’s emir and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen.
The announcement follows a deadly bombing in Damascus that killed 10 people, showing ongoing challenges in Syria.
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Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy has asked NATO to make strong decisions at their upcoming summit after Russia launched missile and drone strikes on Kyiv, killing 11 people and injuring about 60. The European Commission said Ukraine urgently needs better air defense, and NATO leaders will discuss how to help during the summit in Ankara.
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Russia attacked Kyiv overnight with around 68 missiles and over 350 drones.
The strikes killed 11 people and left about 60 injured.
Ukraine says it does not have enough interceptor missiles to protect its cities.
President Zelenskyy urged NATO to supply more air defense systems like Patriot missiles.
The European Commission has provided €4 billion of a €90 billion loan to help Ukraine defend against drone attacks.
More financial and military support is planned, including tough sanctions against Russia.
Russia claims it targeted military and energy sites, but civilian apartment buildings were damaged.
The NATO summit in Ankara will discuss Ukraine’s defense needs and related measures.
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China conducted a test launch of a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine in the South Pacific. The missile carried a dummy warhead, and China said the test was routine, legal, and not aimed at any country. Australia and New Zealand expressed concerns, noting the launch took place within a nuclear-free zone.
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China test-launched a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear submarine in the South Pacific on June 7, 2026.
The missile carried a dummy warhead, meaning it was not armed with a real explosive.
China claims the test was part of annual military training and followed international law.
The launch happened within the South Pacific Nuclear Free Zone, which bans nuclear weapons testing in the area.
China ratified agreements not to test nuclear weapons in this zone and not to threaten countries with nuclear weapons there.
New Zealand was informed of the planned launch only a few hours before it happened and criticized the timing.
Australia called the missile test destabilizing for the region.
The test coincided with Australia and Fiji signing a new defense treaty aimed at countering Chinese influence in the Pacific.
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China test-fired a long-range missile from a nuclear submarine into the Pacific Ocean, which drew criticism from Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. These countries were informed before the test but expressed concern about the rising military activity and its impact on regional stability.
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China launched a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine in the South Pacific.
The launch occurred at 12:01 pm local time (04:01 GMT) on Monday.
China called the test a routine part of its annual military training and said it was not aimed at any specific target.
Australia, Japan, and New Zealand were notified ahead of the test.
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong described the test as destabilizing in the context of China's rapid military buildup.
Japan expressed grave concern and noted potential falling debris could impact its exclusive economic zone.
New Zealand called the missile test an unwelcome development and opposed the use of the South Pacific for missile tests.
The event highlights tensions over military activities in the Pacific region.
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Archaeologists found two gold rings about 2,000 years old at the Don Yai Thong site in western Thailand. The rings were discovered with human bones and are believed to be from an upper-class person during the Iron Age.
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Two gold rings, around 2,000 years old, were found during a dig in Phetchaburi province, Thailand.
The rings were discovered alongside human skeletons at the Don Yai Thong archaeological site.
One ring had ancient Indian Brahmi script engraved on it, reading “pusarakhitasa,” linked to an auspicious zodiac sign.
The other ring was plain and without any pattern.
Experts think the rings’ owner might have been a merchant from the ancient Indian Vaishya caste.
The site dates back to the Iron Age, around 1,500 to 2,500 years ago.
Archaeologists have also found bronze and gold jewelry, pottery, and eight human skeletons.
The excavation started earlier this year after residents discovered ancient bronze drum pieces nearby.
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A 12-year-old girl named Fabiana was rescued after being trapped under rubble for more than 30 hours following twin earthquakes in Venezuela. She survived mainly by eating ketchup and cheese and only had a broken foot and some bruises. The earthquakes have killed 3,342 people and many others are still missing.
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The earthquakes happened in Venezuela, affecting the northern city of La Guaira.
Fabiana was trapped under the rubble for over 30 hours before being rescued.
She survived by eating ketchup and cheese while trapped.
Fabiana sustained a fracture in her left foot and minor injuries.
By Sunday, 3,342 deaths were confirmed due to the earthquakes.
Tens of thousands of people are reported missing after the disaster.
The story was reported by BBC international correspondent Yogita Limaye.
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The funeral procession for Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has started in Tehran following his death in an air strike. Large crowds are attending the events, with plans for ceremonies in several cities before his burial in Mashhad.
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Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, was killed in an air strike on February 28.
His body lay in state for two days at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla religious complex.
The funeral procession began on Monday with many mourners in Tehran.
Authorities expect large crowds similar to those at the 1989 funeral of Khamenei’s predecessor, Ruhollah Khomeini.
Khomeini’s funeral saw over 10 million attendees and caused deadly crowd surges.
Additional funeral events are planned in Qom (Tuesday), Najaf and Karbala in Iraq (Wednesday).
Khamenei will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad on Thursday.
Four family members also died with Khamenei in the air strike.
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Large crowds gathered in Tehran as the funeral procession for Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, moved through the city. The funeral events come after Khamenei was reportedly killed in air attacks by the US and Israel in February.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was the Supreme Leader of Iran.
He died following air attacks that Iran says were carried out by the US and Israel.
The funeral procession took place in Tehran, Iran’s capital.
Thousands of people attended the procession, filling the streets.
A week of ceremonies is planned to honor Khamenei.
The funeral procession was slow-moving through Tehran.
The article mentions the attacks happened in February.
Khamenei’s death is a significant event for Iran and the region.
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China test-launched a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine in the South Pacific. The launch, which carried a dummy warhead and was part of routine training, drew protests from Australia, New Zealand, and Japan because it occurred in a nuclear-free zone.
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The missile launch took place on a Monday at 12:01 p.m. from a Chinese nuclear-powered submarine.
The missile carried a dummy warhead, meaning it was not armed with a real weapon.
China said the test was routine, followed international law, and was not aimed at any country.
The launch occurred in the South Pacific Nuclear Free Zone, established by the Treaty of Rarotonga, which bans nuclear weapons testing in the region.
China ratified rules in 1987 promising not to test nuclear weapons or threaten countries in that zone.
New Zealand was informed only hours before the test and expressed concern about the timing.
Australia and Fiji signed a new defense treaty the same day, aimed at balancing China’s influence in the Pacific.
Japan urged China to reconsider such tests to avoid threats to its security, especially missile flights near its airspace.
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese caused controversy after playing a "shag, marry, date" game during a podcast interview with a comedian. The incident highlighted challenges politicians face when trying to engage voters through informal social media platforms.
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese participated in a "shag, marry, date" game during an interview with comedian Nikki Osborne, who performs as "Bush Barbie."
Albanese initially gave a careful answer but later named Kylie Minogue for all three categories, causing backlash.
The game is seen as inappropriate for political leaders by some members of the public and politicians.
One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce advised Albanese to be more careful and called the incident a "trap" for a prime minister.
Albanese previously faced criticism for calling Grace Tame "difficult" before clarifying his meaning.
Politicians often use social media and informal interviews to connect with voters who dislike traditional political messaging.
This episode shows the risks politicians take when engaging in casual social media content to appear relatable.
The incident reflects broader challenges of maintaining political decorum while reaching out to a new generation of voters.
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A large missile and drone attack by Russia on Kyiv, Ukraine, killed at least 11 people and injured dozens more. This is the second major strike on Kyiv in less than a week, occurring just before a NATO summit where Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will meet President Donald Trump.
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Russia fired 68 missiles and 351 drones at Ukraine overnight, hitting Kyiv and surrounding areas.
The attack killed at least 11 people and injured at least 56 across Kyiv and nearby districts.
More than a dozen residential buildings in Kyiv, including four historic ones, were damaged.
Air raid sirens sounded and thousands of residents took shelter underground during the attacks.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned another Russian attack might happen before the NATO summit in Turkiye.
President Zelenskyy plans to meet U.S. President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the NATO summit starting Tuesday.
Russia and Ukraine have increased the use of long-range weapons like missiles and drones in their ongoing conflict.
A Ukrainian strike damaged electricity supplies near Sevastopol, a Russian-controlled port in Crimea.
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The funeral procession for Iran’s late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began in Tehran with large crowds attending. The event is being used by Iranian authorities to show national strength after weeks of conflict with the United States and Israel. Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba, who succeeded him, has not yet appeared in public.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed on February 28 in Israeli air strikes based on U.S. intelligence.
The funeral procession started in Tehran and is expected to have massive attendance, potentially rivaling the 1989 funeral of Khamenei’s predecessor.
Authorities are taking precautions to prevent crowd chaos like the deadly stampedes in the 1989 funeral.
Mourning events will continue in Iranian cities and holy sites in Iraq, with burial scheduled in Mashhad.
Mojtaba Khamenei, the new supreme leader and son of Ali Khamenei, has not appeared publicly since taking power and is reportedly injured.
Mourners in Tehran displayed anti-U.S. sentiments, including hanging an effigy of President Donald Trump.
The funeral is seen as a show of resilience amid ongoing tensions and war involving Iran, Israel, and the United States.
Officials and political figures praised the nation’s unity and tribute to Khamenei.
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Anissa Helou, a well-known cook and food writer from the Middle East, has published a new book about Lebanese food. Her book highlights traditional recipes, especially from southern Lebanese villages damaged by recent wars.
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Anissa Helou is 74 years old and has published many books about Middle Eastern food since the 1990s.
She won Britain’s Guild of Food Writers Lifetime Achievement Award last month.
Helou was born to a Lebanese mother and Syrian father and grew up learning cooking from her family.
Her new book is called “Lebanon: Cooking the Foods of My Homeland.”
The book includes recipes from southern Lebanese villages damaged by wars between Israel and Hezbollah.
Southern Lebanese cuisine features unique variations such as using bulgur instead of rice in a lentil dish called mujadara.
Helou visited these villages multiple times, meeting people affected by the conflict and learning their food traditions.
The book was officially launched at Lebanon’s Tourism Ministry in Beirut in June 2026.
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