Poland says Russian missile breached NATO airspace
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Poland says a Russian missile breached NATO airspace and landed on Polish territory during an attack on Ukraine. The reported breach highlights tensions between Russia and NATO members bordering Ukraine.
Russian strikes across Ukraine kill at least 8 civilians and wound dozens
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Russian missile and drone strikes across Ukraine killed at least eight civilians, wounded dozens, and damaged homes, businesses, and infrastructure. The attacks expanded beyond eastern fronts, while Poland considered reports that a Russian cruise missile entered its airspace.
Saudi Arabia’s strikes in Iraq mark its entry into the U.S.-Iran war.
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Saudi Arabia said it struck Iran-backed militias in Iraq after attacks on Saudi oil facilities this week. The action brings Saudi Arabia directly into the broader U.S.-Iran conflict and marks a significant regional escalation.
Anthony Fauci Repeatedly Invokes the Fifth Amendment at Covid-19 Hearing
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Anthony Fauci repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment while testifying at a hearing focused on his pandemic-era actions and responses. The hearing follows release of his private Covid-19 journals and reflects continuing scrutiny of government pandemic management.
Malaysia’s deal to return 5,000 Rohingya to Myanmar raises refoulement concerns.
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Malaysia says Myanmar agreed to take back 5,000 Rohingya as it faces pressure from 215,600 refugees and asylum seekers. Rights groups warn returns without voluntary consent and credible safety and dignity guarantees could amount to refoulement.
Israeli strikes kill four in Gaza, including two children, amid new ceasefire push - Reuters
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Israeli strikes killed four people in Gaza, including two children. The deaths occurred amid a renewed push for a ceasefire.
Major incident declared in Suffolk as 90 firefighters tackle heathland wildfire.
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About 90 firefighters tackled a large heathland wildfire at Dunwich Heath, Suffolk, prompting a major incident declaration and evacuations. Nearby properties received protection, caravans faced possible relocation, and officials said Sizewell B was not threatened because of distance and wind direction.
Veteran Ugandan opposition leader collapses in court and is in intensive care, his wife says
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Witnesses said Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye collapsed during Wednesday’s Kampala High Court hearing and was hospitalized in intensive care. His hospitalization comes amid security restrictions and legal team turmoil, including a lawyer’s arrest and another lawyer’s entry ban.
Trump Seeks Supreme Court Review to Revive Dismissed Clinton Lawsuit
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Trump plans to ask the Supreme Court to revive his dismissed lawsuit against Hillary Clinton and the DNC. The suit alleged they conspired against him in 2016 using false Russia-collusion claims.
States question Trump’s claim that China hacked their voter rolls.
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States doubt former President Trump’s claim that China hacked voter rolls to interfere in elections. Declassified evidence indicates Beijing sought personal data for espionage, not to alter vote outcomes.