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A team from the UN's nuclear agency, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), left Iran after Iran stopped cooperating following a conflict involving Israel and the US. The IAEA has expressed the need to resume discussions with Iran to continue its monitoring work in the country.
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Inspectors from the IAEA have left Iran, with some traveling overland to Armenia before returning to Vienna, Austria.
Iran suspended cooperation with the IAEA amid conflicts with Israel and the US.
Israel targeted Iranian military sites, leading to ongoing conflict starting June 13.
The US joined the conflict, claiming its actions significantly delayed Iran's nuclear program.
Iran remains committed to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) but is critical of the IAEA's failure to condemn the attacks.
Iran's parliament passed a bill to stop cooperation with the IAEA, contingent on the security of its nuclear facilities and scientists.
The US has stated that Iran should reverse its decision and emphasized that Iran cannot develop a nuclear weapon.
Iran insists its nuclear program is solely for civilian purposes.
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Russian missiles and drones hit Kyiv in the biggest air attack since the war began over three years ago. This happened after a call between President Trump and Russian President Putin, followed by Trump's conversation with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. The attack caused damage and casualties, with many residents taking shelter.
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Russian missiles and drones attacked Kyiv, causing extensive damage.
This was the largest air assault on Kyiv since the conflict started over three years ago.
President Trump talked with both Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy on the same day as the attack.
A resident was killed and more than 20 people were injured in the attack.
Around 550 drones and 11 missiles were used in the attack, hitting homes, schools, and infrastructure.
The Russian defense ministry claimed the strike was a response to "terrorist acts" by Ukraine.
The Trump administration paused certain weapons shipments to Ukraine earlier in the week.
President Zelenskyy called for more air defense support following the attack.
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More than 100 people died in violent attacks in Syria, specifically targeting the Druze community, a religious group with unique beliefs. These attacks have increased fear and distrust among the Druze toward the government and other groups, as the country's civil war and political changes continue to affect their safety and position.
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The Druze are a religious group in Syria with unique beliefs, originally linked to Shia Islam.
Over 100 people, including 89 Druze fighters, died in recent sectarian violence around Damascus.
Violence began after a fake audio recording allegedly insulted a religious figure, sparking attacks.
Many Druze supported the Syrian government during the civil war to protect against extremism.
The trust between Druze and the government is weakening as Islamist militias target them.
The Syrian government stated its military actions aimed to restore stability after attacks on its forces.
Civilians like Lama al-Hassanieh and Lama Zahereddine experienced direct violence and threats in their neighborhoods.
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Two young boys, Uday Abu Juma’ and Iyas Abu Mufreh, were shot by Israeli snipers during a family gathering in the East Jerusalem neighborhood of at-Tur. The incident left both boys with severe injuries, and the family reported that the shots were fired without warning from a rooftop. Police claimed the shooting was in self-defense but later provided conflicting accounts.
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The shooting took place on June 16 in at-Tur, East Jerusalem.
Uday Abu Juma’ is 21 years old, and Iyas Abu Mufreh is 12 years old.
The boys were gathering to celebrate their grandmother's return from pilgrimage and a family member’s exam success.
Israeli snipers fired from about 500 meters away, hitting the boys.
Iyas was shot near the heart, while Uday was shot in the stomach.
Both suffered major injuries with nerve and artery damage; Uday may not walk again.
The family disputes police claims that the boys provoked the shooting.
The ammunition used was "dumdum" bullets, which expand on impact, causing severe damage.
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Joey Chestnut is returning to Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest on July 4 after missing last year’s event due to a contract issue. The contest, held at Coney Island, has both men’s and women’s events where competitors eat as many hot dogs as they can in 10 minutes. Patrick Bertoletti and Miki Sudo were last year’s champions in the men’s and women’s events, respectively.
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Joey Chestnut, a competitive eater, is competing in Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest after missing last year.
Chestnut missed last year’s contest because of a contract issue with another company, Impossible Foods.
Patrick Bertoletti won last year’s men’s contest when Chestnut was absent.
Miki Sudo won last year's women’s event, eating 51 hot dogs.
The contest takes place at Coney Island, New York, every July 4th.
Participants have 10 minutes to eat as many hot dogs as possible.
Joey Chestnut holds the world record, eating 76 hot dogs in 10 minutes.
The competition includes men from various countries and all women competitors are from the U.S.
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Dutch and German intelligence agencies reported that Russia has increased the use of chemical weapons against Ukrainian soldiers, violating international law. They claim that Russia has been using chemicals like chloropicrin, which is a banned choking agent, and tear gas in Ukraine, leading to injuries and deaths.
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Dutch and German intelligence say Russia uses chemical weapons against Ukrainian soldiers.
They report the use of chloropicrin, a banned chemical agent that can be lethal.
Dutch Defence Minister, Ruben Brekelmans, calls for more sanctions against Russia.
Dutch intelligence found thousands of instances of chemical weapon use by Russia.
Germany's BND confirmed the use of tear gas and chloropicrin in Ukraine by Russia.
Russia denies using banned weapons, claiming Ukraine possesses similar chemicals.
Allegations of chemical weapon use coincide with major Russian drone and missile attacks in Ukraine.
Despite the accusations, the OPCW has not started a formal investigation.
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Nico Williams, a Spanish soccer player, has extended his contract with Athletic Bilbao until 2035. This new deal increases his release clause, deterring interest from other major teams like Barcelona.
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Nico Williams has signed a new contract with Athletic Bilbao that lasts until 2035.
The contract includes an increase in his release clause by 50%.
Barcelona, among other teams, showed interest in Williams.
Nico Williams, 22, has scored 31 goals in his five seasons with Athletic Bilbao's first team.
He helped Athletic Bilbao win the 2024 Copa del Rey, a tournament they hadn't won in 40 years.
Williams is a regular player for Spain's national team and was named player of the match in the Euro 2024 final.
He has played 167 matches for Athletic Bilbao.
He plays alongside his older brother, Inaki Williams, at Athletic Bilbao.
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French police slashed an inflatable boat with migrants on board off a beach in France. This rare action suggests new tactics in response to increased attempts by migrants to reach the UK by boat.
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French police acted on a beach near Boulogne, France.
They used knives to deflate an inflatable boat carrying migrants.
Normally, French police do not enter the sea to avoid endangering lives.
The boat had very few passengers when it approached the shore.
The situation became chaotic as many people tried to board the boat.
Police typically only enter the water for rescue operations.
After deflating the boat, migrants collected their belongings and left the beach.
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The article discusses the situation in Gaza, highlighting that the destruction of farmlands and water infrastructure is being used as a strategy to control the population and dismantle Palestinian society. Reports indicate that this approach has left the majority of Gaza's population facing severe food insecurity, with restrictions on essential supplies being used in political negotiations.
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More than 95% of Gaza's farmland is destroyed or unusable.
Seed access and water infrastructure have been blocked and targeted.
Farmers and fishers are operating under tough conditions and have been attacked.
The international community has been silent or vague about the situation.
Access to essentials like flour and water is linked to political and military talks.
Gaza's population, now entirely food insecure, depends heavily on outside aid.
Global movements are meeting to discuss and respond to the situation.
The article emphasizes that the actions in Gaza are part of a strategic plan by Israel.
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President Donald Trump used the term "shylock" in a speech, not knowing it is considered an antisemitic term. The Anti-Defamation League criticized his use of the word, saying it reinforces harmful stereotypes about Jews. Trump stated he was unaware of the term's offensive nature.
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President Trump used the term "shylock" in a speech about moneylenders.
Trump claimed he did not know the word was considered offensive.
The term "shylock" comes from a character in Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice."
The Anti-Defamation League stated the word is linked to antisemitic stereotypes.
Trump's administration has worked to combat antisemitism but has also faced criticism for reinforcing stereotypes.
In 2015, Trump made comments to the Republican Jewish Coalition that were seen as playing on Jewish stereotypes.
Trump faced backlash for dining with a Holocaust-denying white nationalist before launching his 2024 campaign.
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A wildfire on the Greek island of Crete, which led to the evacuation of 5,000 people, has been put out. Firefighters also controlled a separate fire near Athens, while wildfires in Turkiye resulted in two deaths and widespread evacuations.
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A wildfire on Crete forced 5,000 people to leave their homes but has been extinguished.
Around 230 firefighters and six helicopters worked to control the fire near Ierapetra in Crete.
The fire burned forest and olive trees but did not cause any injuries or deaths.
On mainland Greece, a fire near Rafina, close to Athens, prompted the evacuation of 300 people.
Strong winds in Greece continued to pose a risk for new fires.
Turkiye reported two deaths from wildfires in the town of Odemis.
Wildfires in Turkiye have burned 200 homes and caused thousands to evacuate.
Hot, dry conditions typical in Greece and Turkiye during summer are worsened by climate change.
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Pakistan's army reported that it killed 30 fighters trying to enter from Afghanistan after a recent attack killed 16 Pakistani soldiers. These fighters were linked to the Pakistan Taliban, and the military recovered weapons and explosives. Pakistan's leaders accused India of supporting these fighters, though India has denied this.
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Pakistan's army killed 30 fighters near the Afghanistan border.
The fighters were connected to the Pakistan Taliban.
A recent suicide attack in the same area killed 16 Pakistani soldiers.
The army claimed to have seized a lot of weapons and explosives.
Pakistan's Prime Minister and military accused India of backing the fighters.
India has denied the accusations from Pakistan’s government.
Violence has increased in Pakistan’s border areas since the Taliban regained control in Afghanistan in 2021.
Pakistan has increased its defense budget, allotting 14% to the army.
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India and Pakistan, two neighboring countries with nuclear weapons, experienced a brief conflict in May that changed their relationship. India now considers any terrorist act it believes originates from Pakistan as an act of war. This new approach is discussed in an interview series by journalist Sreenivasan Jain.
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India and Pakistan have a history of going to war.
In May, a short but intense battle occurred between the two countries.
India has announced that it will view terrorist acts linked to Pakistan as acts of war.
Sreenivasan Jain, a journalist from Al Jazeera, is conducting interviews with key figures from both countries.
The series includes an interview with Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, a former foreign minister of Pakistan.
The series also talks about India’s perspective, labeled as a “new normal.”
Pakistan views India’s stance as a “new abnormal.”
Jain raises the question of whether Pakistan still provides safety to groups that attack India.
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Hamas is talking with other Palestinian groups about a ceasefire proposal in Gaza. The plan is backed by the United States, and President Trump expects Hamas to respond within 24 hours. The situation in Gaza remains tense as efforts continue to reach an agreement.
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Hamas is in discussions with Palestinian factions about a ceasefire proposal.
The ceasefire aims to stop Israel's ongoing attacks on Gaza.
The United States, with President Trump, supports the ceasefire plan.
Trump expects Hamas to respond to the proposal within 24 hours.
A previous ceasefire ended with heavy casualties when Israel resumed strikes.
More than 57,000 Palestinians have died since the conflict escalated.
Trump plans to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss the truce.
Most of Gaza is currently under Israeli military control, according to the UN.
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India and Pakistan experienced a brief, intense conflict in May. India now considers any act of terror it attributes to Pakistan as an act of war. Journalist Sreenivasan Jain explores this shift by interviewing key figures from both countries.
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India and Pakistan are neighboring countries that both have nuclear weapons.
They have a history of going to war with each other.
In May, there was a short but intense conflict between them.
India has stated it will treat any terror acts it believes come from Pakistan as acts of war.
This change in India's stance is being discussed and analyzed in a new series on Al Jazeera.
Indian politician Shashi Tharoor is interviewed about India’s approach and evidence for its stance.
Jain also conducts interviews with political figures from Pakistan, like Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.
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Hamas is talking with other Palestinian groups about a new ceasefire plan for Gaza. The plan, proposed by the US, involves a 60-day ceasefire and the release of hostages. Meanwhile, the Israeli military continues its strikes in Gaza.
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Hamas is consulting other Palestinian groups before responding to a ceasefire proposal from the US.
The proposal includes a 60-day ceasefire and the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.
Israeli military operations are ongoing, with airstrikes and artillery hitting Gaza, including Khan Younis.
At least 15 Palestinians were reportedly killed in recent strikes.
Hamas demands include the resumption of unrestricted food and medical aid into Gaza.
The plan suggests a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces from parts of Gaza.
US President Donald Trump expects to know soon if Hamas accepts the plan.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu aims to free hostages taken in the October 7 attack.
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A British and a New Zealand tourist died after being attacked by an elephant in South Luangwa National Park, Zambia. The female elephant, which was with a calf, charged at them, and efforts by tour guides to stop it were unsuccessful.
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Two tourists, one British and one New Zealand, were killed by an elephant in Zambia.
The incident occurred at South Luangwa National Park.
A female elephant with a calf attacked the tourists.
Tour guides tried to stop the elephant by shooting, but the efforts failed.
The attack happened at Big Lagoon Camp, 600 km from Lusaka, the capital of Zambia.
The tourists were on a guided safari and had been in the area for four days.
Female elephants are known to be very protective of their young.
Last year, other elderly tourists were also killed by elephants in Zambia.
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Waves of drone and missile attacks hit Kyiv overnight, marking the largest air assault since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began. This attack injured at least 23 people and caused widespread damage in the city. Despite international peace efforts, the conflict continues with no clear resolution in sight.
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Russia launched 550 drones and missiles at Ukraine overnight, targeting Kyiv in the largest assault since the invasion.
At least 23 people were injured during the night-long attack, which lasted for seven hours.
Most drones used in the attack were called Shahed drones, and 11 missiles were also launched.
A phone call between U.S. President Trump and Russian President Putin occurred on the same day as the attack, but it did not lead to progress towards ending the conflict.
A recent exchange of prisoners of war occurred between Ukraine and Russia, involving soldiers captured since 2022.
U.S. has paused some military aid to Ukraine, including air defense missiles, while European allies consider how to support Ukraine further.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy plans to strengthen Ukraine’s domestic arms industry for future defense needs.
Russia initially invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022, seeking to achieve specific goals and citing reasons related to eastern Ukraine and NATO.
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The United States and Colombia have each recalled their top diplomats as tensions between the two countries grow. This follows claims of a plot against Colombia’s President Petro, a left-wing leader, which involves both Colombian and American politicians.
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The US recalled its charge d’affaires, John McNamara, due to negative statements from Colombia’s government.
Colombia’s President announced he is recalling the country’s top diplomat in Washington, DC, citing the need to discuss bilateral issues.
Colombia’s foreign minister resigned, disagreeing with recent government decisions.
Relations between the US and Colombia have become strained after a long partnership, highlighted by an investigation into an alleged plot against Colombia’s president.
In January, the US suspended consular services in response to a dispute over the deportation of Colombian refugees and migrants.
The two countries avoided a potential trade conflict through a late diplomatic agreement.
Colombia recently denied a US request to extradite two rebel leaders accused of drug trafficking.
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An Israeli news outlet reported that Israeli soldiers were allegedly instructed to shoot at Palestinian civilians at aid locations in Gaza. Israel has dismissed this allegation and other related claims concerning the Gaza Humanitarian Fund.
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Israeli troops allegedly informed a news outlet about orders to shoot Palestinian civilians at aid sites in Gaza.
Israel has officially denied these allegations.
The claims are connected to issues surrounding the Gaza Humanitarian Fund.
Al Jazeera's fact-checking program, led by Khalid Majzoub, is examining the evidence related to these allegations.
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