The Israeli army has started a criminal investigation into the killing of a six-year-old Palestinian girl, Hind Rajab, in Gaza. She was one of seven family members hit by gunfire in Gaza City, and her death received worldwide attention after a video showed her talking to paramedics.
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Hind Rajab was six years old and killed in Gaza in January 2024.
She was traveling with six family members in a vehicle that came under suspected Israeli fire.
Several family members died in the attack; Hind initially survived but was later found dead.
Two paramedics who tried to save her also died during the incident.
The Israeli military decided to open a criminal investigation based on a review of the case.
The investigation will be conducted by the Military Police Criminal Investigation Division.
The Israeli army cited possible mistakes in coordinating the ambulance movement as part of the incident.
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) criticized the United States for imposing sanctions on some of its top officials. The ICC called the sanctions a serious attack on its independence and said it will keep working to deliver justice worldwide.
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The U.S. placed sanctions on ICC officials, including Judge Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye.
The ICC described these sanctions as a "flagrant attack" on its independence.
The ICC is an international court that handles cases about serious crimes like war crimes and crimes against humanity.
The sanctions were announced by the U.S. government recently.
The ICC stated it will continue its work despite the sanctions.
The dispute reflects ongoing tensions between the U.S. and the ICC over legal jurisdiction and authority.
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Police in Glasgow have started an investigation after two men, Paul Lafferty and Gary Beaton, were found dead in a flat on Chancellor Street. The deaths are being treated as murders, and the police are asking anyone with information to contact them.
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The bodies of Paul Lafferty (50) and Gary Beaton (54) were found around 4:40 pm on Sunday in a flat on Chancellor Street, Partick, Glasgow.
Police Scotland is treating the deaths as murders.
Police have reviewed many hours of CCTV footage and are conducting door-to-door inquiries.
The last time anyone saw the men was on Friday morning.
One of the victims lived at the property where the bodies were found, and the two men knew each other.
Police have asked the public to share any information, no matter how small.
Post-mortem exams confirmed that the deaths were caused by murder.
A major incident public portal has been set up to support the investigation.
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The article discusses how President Trump’s new foreign policy, called the "Donroe Doctrine," is encouraging closer ties between Israel and Latin American countries. This policy aims to strengthen Israel’s presence and influence in the region.
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The "Donroe Doctrine" is a foreign policy initiative linked to President Trump.
It focuses on increasing Israel’s relationships with Latin American nations.
The policy is described as a critical opportunity ("use-it-or-lose-it") for Israel.
Israel seeks to expand its presence and influence in Latin America.
The article suggests this is an important moment for strengthening regional connections.
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Pakistani officials have asked the Supreme Court to reconsider an order that requires former Prime Minister Imran Khan to receive medical treatment at a private hospital. The government argues that Khan should receive care in government hospitals like other prisoners and is concerned the order could lead to unequal treatment and legal challenges from other inmates.
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Pakistan’s Supreme Court ordered Imran Khan, who is in prison, to get a medical exam at Shifa International Hospital, a private facility.
The government wants the court to review or cancel this order, saying it was made without proper notice.
Officials say Khan will receive necessary medical care at government hospitals if needed.
The government argues the order could disrupt prison rules by encouraging other prisoners to seek private hospital treatment.
Khan’s family says he lost most of the vision in his right eye, but the government disputes this and says his eye is improving.
Khan was removed as Pakistan’s prime minister in April 2022 and has been imprisoned since then.
The government states it supports Khan getting medical care but opposes the requirement to use a private hospital.
Pakistan’s Constitution requires equal treatment for everyone, which the government cites in its argument.
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Israeli forces struck the Abu Duhur air base in northern Syria shortly after a Turkish delegation visited the site. Syria confirmed damage from the attack but no injuries, while Israel said the strike aimed to stop Turkey from deploying troops there.
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A Turkish delegation visited the Abu Duhur air base in Idlib province, Syria, on Monday.
Israeli airstrikes targeted the same base early Tuesday, causing damage but no casualties.
Israel said the attack was to prevent Turkey from deploying troops and breaking a security agreement.
Turkey and Syria have a military cooperation agreement and Turkey supports rebuilding Syria’s armed forces.
Syrian and Turkish officials have condemned the Israeli attack but Turkey denied Israeli claims about troop deployment.
Abu Duhur air base is strategically located near Idlib, Aleppo, and Hama provinces.
Syria’s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa has expressed a desire to avoid conflict with Israel.
Israel has conducted many airstrikes in Syria since the fall of former President Bashar Assad, mostly targeting Syrian army assets.
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In Ukraine, police officers have increased efforts to forcibly recruit men for military service, sometimes grabbing them off the streets and sending them to training centers. This has led to resistance, including violent attacks on draft offices, amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
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Since May 2024, Ukraine’s mobilisation laws allow police to forcibly recruit men for military duty.
Men are being stopped in public ("busification"), checked for exemption, and sent directly to military centers.
Some recruits, like Anton, have health problems making them unfit to serve but are still forcibly taken.
Resistance to the recruitment drive has grown, including violent incidents that killed or injured militia officers.
Russia is accused of recruiting people to carry out some of the attacks on Ukrainian draft offices.
Forced recruits share stories and support each other while held in recruitment centers.
Legal and illegal payments have been made by those trying to avoid or escape conscription.
The Territorial Defence Forces have not commented on these forcible recruitment practices.
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Pakistan’s government asked the Supreme Court to reconsider its order to move jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan to a private hospital for treatment. The court had directed Khan’s transfer to Shifa International Hospital and set rules for his medical care and family visits.
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The Supreme Court ordered that Imran Khan be moved from Adiala Jail to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad within two days.
A medical board of five specialists was to be formed to oversee Khan’s treatment, including participation from his sister and personal doctor.
The court allowed Khan weekly family visits and phone calls twice a week with his sons living in London.
The government filed a petition arguing the court ignored legal steps by ordering the transfer without consulting prison authorities first.
The government expressed concern that allowing Khan special treatment might lead other prisoners to ask for the same.
Imran Khan has been imprisoned since August 2023 following convictions his party says are politically motivated.
Khan’s health issues, especially problems with the vision in his right eye, have caused repeated appeals for his medical care.
There are conflicting statements within the government about whether they will follow the court’s decision.
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The Palestinian Authority strongly opposes Israel’s new plan to build over 1,200 homes in the West Bank as part of the E1 settlement project. This plan would connect Israeli settlements and divide Palestinian areas, which the Palestinians say would hurt efforts for peace and a future Palestinian state.
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Israel is offering a tender to build 1,234 new housing units in the E1 area of the West Bank.
The full E1 plan includes more than 3,400 homes on land Palestinians claim.
International law considers Israeli settlements in the West Bank illegal.
The plan would link East Jerusalem settlements to the Maale Adumim settlement, splitting the West Bank.
Palestinians view this as a threat that would isolate Palestinian communities and weaken the two-state solution.
The bidding process ends on October 19, shortly before Israel’s elections on October 27.
Israeli rights groups warn even partial building would change the area's geography and isolate East Jerusalem.
Some Israeli political groups say the settlement plan aims to prevent a future Palestinian state.
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A middle-aged father shares how struggling with making macaroni cheese helped him understand failure and midlife challenges. He explains that facing mistakes leads to recognizing successes, even during difficult times.
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The author experiences anxiety and physical changes typical of middle age.
He feels the pressure of responsibilities like work, family, and health concerns.
Cooking is his way to show love and connect with his family.
Despite being able to cook many dishes well, macaroni cheese is a challenge for him.
His family often reacts with disappointment when the macaroni cheese fails.
He persistently tries different recipes but keeps failing, symbolizing personal limits.
Eventually, he realizes the importance of focusing on successes rather than failures.
The article connects the cooking struggle to the broader experience of a midlife crisis.
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Possible human remains were found at Lake Mead's Boulder Beach as the reservoir’s water level dropped to a record low. Authorities are investigating the discovery amid ongoing concerns about the lake’s declining water due to drought and other environmental factors.
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Human remains were reported at Boulder Beach, Lake Mead, on August 16.
Park rangers and Las Vegas police responded and are investigating the case.
Lake Mead has dropped to its lowest water level since the 1930s because of drought and low snowpack.
The Colorado River system, which supplies water to many in the western U.S., is under long-term pressure.
Past discoveries at Lake Mead include multiple human remains exposed by falling water since 2022.
Some past remains have been linked to drownings and one homicide from the 1970s.
Lake Mead National Recreation Area has had 317 deaths from 2007 to 2024, mostly drownings.
Safety warnings continue as drowning remains a major risk at the lake.
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Angelique Kidjo, a famous singer from Benin, became the first Black African performer to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She is a five-time Grammy Award winner recognized for her long music career and efforts to bring cultures together through music.
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Angelique Kidjo is from Benin, a country in Africa.
She received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
She is the first Black African performer to receive this honor.
Kidjo has won five Grammy Awards.
She has had a music career spanning about 40 years.
Her work focuses on connecting different cultures through music.
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The bodies of two Belgian climbers who went missing 34 years ago were found recently in the Swiss Alps. Their remains were uncovered by melting ice on the Trift Glacier and confirmed by DNA tests.
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Two Belgian climbers disappeared in 1992 near Weissmies in the Swiss Alps.
Their bodies were found on July 26, 2026, by a hiker on the Trift Glacier.
Police in Wallis canton took the bodies to a forensic institute for identification.
DNA tests confirmed the remains belong to the missing climbers, who were 39 and 41 years old at the time.
The glacier’s melting, linked to climate change, exposed the bodies after more than three decades.
Similar discoveries of bodies have happened recently in the Swiss Alps, Antarctica, Pakistan, Peru, and Mont Blanc due to glacier retreat.
Police in Wallis keep a long list of missing persons from mountain areas dating back to 1925.
Climate change is causing glaciers to melt and reveal remains of people who disappeared many years ago.
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A helicopter crashed at Mount Ololokwe in central Kenya, killing all six people on board. The helicopter was on a sightseeing flight when the accident happened in the morning.
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The crash occurred in Samburu county at Mount Ololokwe.
Six people died in the helicopter crash.
The helicopter was a Eurocopter EC130 B4 model.
The flight was a scenic trip from a wildlife conservancy in Losaiba to the Ewaso Nyiro river.
The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority reported the crash time was about 09:13 local time.
The identities of the victims have not yet been confirmed.
The Kenya Red Cross said the crash site is hard to access, so drones are being used to assess the scene.
Investigations will be led by the Kenya Transport Ministry and the Aircraft Accident Investigation Department.
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Iran denied that it fired two ballistic missiles that landed in the Persian Gulf, an accusation made by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Meanwhile, Iran’s parliament speaker arrived in Iraq for a three-day visit amid rising tensions and no new talks planned between Iran and the United States.
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The UAE accused Iran of firing two ballistic missiles targeting maritime navigation, which Iran denied.
The incident was the first missile or drone attack on the UAE in weeks after previous attacks following a U.S. and Israeli war against Iran began on February 28, 2026.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry called the UAE’s accusation harmful to efforts for regional trust and peace.
In response to ongoing tensions, the UAE suspended trade with Iran.
France announced it will expel two Iranian diplomats after Iran expelled French diplomats earlier this week.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf arrived in Iraq for an official three-day visit.
There are no signs of renewed talks between Iran and the United States at this time.
The tensions add to concerns about escalation in the Middle East region.
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has stopped all trade with Iran after Iran allegedly fired ballistic missiles toward the UAE. These missile attacks come amid ongoing conflict in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil shipments.
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The UAE suspended all trade, commercial exchanges, and financial transactions with Iran on August 13, 2026.
Two ballistic missiles were fired toward the UAE, landing in the Persian Gulf; Iran denies launching these missiles.
The UAE issued nationwide missile warnings for residents to take shelter on August 12, 2026.
Iran has been attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz, including at least four oil tankers owned by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC).
About 20 ADNOC vessels have been hit by missiles and drones since the conflict began on February 28, 2026, causing one death and injuring 20 people.
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial route for about one-fifth of the world's traded oil and natural gas.
The conflict primarily centers on control of the Strait of Hormuz and broader strategic objectives related to Iran’s government and nuclear program.
The UAE says the missile attacks threaten regional peace and security.
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A helicopter crashed on Wednesday morning in a remote part of northern Kenya. The Kenya Aviation Authority is investigating the crash, which involved a helicopter operated by a local safari company.
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The crash happened at 9:13 a.m. while the helicopter was flying between two areas in Samburu County, northern Kenya.
The helicopter was operated by Tropic Air, a local safari company.
The crash occurred near the foothills of Mount Ololokwe, in a rough terrain.
The number and identity of passengers on board are not yet known.
The Kenya Aviation Authority has started an investigation into the incident.
Kenya has seen more helicopter crashes recently, with helicopters used to transport visitors to remote locations.
In February, six people, including a legislator, died in a helicopter crash in western Kenya.
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Israel’s military announced it will start criminal investigations into two attacks on Palestinians during the Gaza conflict, including the deaths of a young girl and her family and 15 paramedics. The military reviewed 150 incidents and decided not to investigate three other attacks that killed aid workers from humanitarian groups.
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Israel’s military will investigate two attacks on Palestinians in Gaza.
One investigation involves the killing of 5-year-old Hind Rajab and her family.
Another investigation concerns the deaths of 15 Palestinian paramedics.
The military completed reviews of 150 incidents involving its troops in Gaza.
It decided not to investigate three attacks that killed aid workers from World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders.
The announcement was made in an official military statement on Wednesday.
The investigations are part of the ongoing Gaza conflict.
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President Volodymyr Zelensky fired Iryna Mudra, the deputy head of Ukraine’s presidential office, amidst a corruption investigation involving money laundering. Ukraine’s parliament also approved new appointments for defence and foreign ministers, while fighting continues with Russia in eastern regions.
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President Zelensky dismissed deputy head Iryna Mudra after anti-corruption agencies uncovered a money laundering group linked to officials.
The money laundering group is suspected of moving about $3.35 million in a scheme connected to energy sector corruption.
Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine’s former defence minister, called for elections during wartime, which Ukrainian law currently prohibits.
Yevhenii Khmara was approved by Ukraine’s parliament as the new defence minister, succeeding Fedorov.
Andrii Sybiha was reappointed as Ukraine’s foreign minister by parliament.
Russian forces claimed to have captured the village of Vodianske in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine.
Germany arrested another suspect related to explosions that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines; the suspect is a Ukrainian national arrested in Croatia.
Russia’s Ministry of Defence reported shooting down 453 Ukrainian drones overnight.
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France has officially started a law allowing adults with incurable illnesses to choose assisted dying. The law sets rules for who can qualify, involves medical checks, and includes a waiting period before the procedure can happen.
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The law applies to adults who are French or long-term residents with incurable diseases causing unbearable pain.
A doctor evaluates the patient first, then a panel confirms if the patient meets the criteria.
Patients must wait at least two days after approval and confirm their choice on the day of assisted dying.
Patients usually must take the lethal substance themselves, but a healthcare worker can help if the patient cannot do it alone.
France previously allowed passive euthanasia (like stopping life support) but not active assisted dying.
The constitutional council approved the law but added rules to protect healthcare workers who refuse to participate for ethical reasons.
Some groups oppose the law, worried it could harm vulnerable people such as those with disabilities.
The law was supported by President Emmanuel Macron, who said it resulted from a careful democratic process.
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