Israel launches new Gaza strikes after Hamas attack in Rafah
Israel launches new bombing campaign in Gaza’s Khan Younis after Hamas attack in Rafah, as US urges “proportional response” to maintain fragile ceasefire.
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Louvre heist: Empress Eugenie’s damaged crown found outside museum
Four thieves executed a dramatic 7-minute heist at the Louvre, stealing Napoleon’s crown jewels. Empress Eugenie’s damaged crown found outside Paris museum.
“No Kings”: Thousands protest against Donald Trump in first nationwide demonstrations
Thousands of Americans took to the streets in “No Kings” protests against Donald Trump, with demonstrations across 2,700 locations nationwide denouncing authoritarianism.
Trump hesitant on Zelensky’s Tomahawk request as Putin labeled “master manipulator”
Trump shows hesitation over Ukraine’s Tomahawk missile request while analysts label Putin a “master manipulator” ahead of Budapest summit talks.
Germany on SAFE program: “Turkey must resolve regional issues to join” – Vadeful’s statement
Germany sets conditions for Turkey’s SAFE program membership, requiring EU values acceptance and regional conflict resolution, while supporting Eurofighter sales.
Trump and Zelensky messages after White House meeting amid Tomahawk talks
Trump and Zelensky deliver separate messages after White House talks on Tomahawk missiles, with Trump calling for an end to killings and Zelensky citing productive discussions.
Cyprus elections: Erdogan’s candidate Tatar faces moderate challenge
Critical elections in occupied Cyprus could reshape the Cyprus dispute as Erdogan’s candidate Tatar faces moderate challenger Erhurman in decisive vote.
Gaza ceasefire: Hamas sets conditional disarmament terms
Hamas refuses unconditional disarmament one week after Gaza ceasefire, demanding specific terms for peace process continuation and five-year reconstruction plan.
German taz newspaper ends print edition after 44 years
German taz newspaper ends 44-year print run, becoming first national daily to go digital-only due to distribution costs.
Putin advisor proposes US-Russia underwater tunnel, invites Musk
Putin advisor proposes US-Russia underwater tunnel through Bering Strait, invites Elon Musk to reduce costs from $65B to under $8B using Boring Company technology.
Mango founder’s death investigated as homicide, son suspected
Spanish police investigate Mango founder Isak Andic’s death as potential homicide. His son Jonathan becomes prime suspect after contradictory testimony.
Pentagon press corps revolt: Dozens of reporters walk out over new restrictions
Pentagon journalists stage unprecedented walkout, surrendering press credentials en masse to protest Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s restrictive new media policies.