Trump: Hamas is obstacle to Gaza ceasefire and hostage release
Trump calls Hamas obstacle to Gaza ceasefire as US recalls negotiation team. Israeli PM Netanyahu agrees, examining alternative options for hostage release.
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Israel allows humanitarian airdrops to Gaza amid ongoing crisis
Israel approves humanitarian airdrops to Gaza as malnutrition crisis deepens, with 122 deaths from starvation reported since the war began.
Kremlin rejects Zelensky summit proposal for late August
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov rejects Ukraine’s proposal for Putin-Zelensky summit in August, saying peace talks need more time to reach concrete agreement.
Coldplay kiss cam scandal: Astronomer HR director resigns after viral moment with CEO
Astronomer HR director Kristin Cabot resigns after viral kiss cam moment with CEO Andy Byron at Coldplay concert exposed their extramarital affair.
Cyprus wildfire subsides: deadly Limassol blaze continues for third day
Deadly Cyprus wildfire subsides after three days, leaving two dead and 120 square kilometers destroyed. Authorities investigate possible arson as cause.
Why Macron recognizes Palestine now: France breaks with US and Israel
Macron’s surprise decision to recognize Palestine marks France’s break with US-Israel policy, amid Gaza humanitarian crisis and failed ceasefire talks.
India school roof collapse in Rajasthan kills 4 children, injures 17
School roof collapse in India’s Rajasthan state kills 4 children and injures 17 others, with rescue operations ongoing as dozens feared trapped in debris.
WSJ: Clinton sent Epstein birthday letter after Trump revealed
WSJ reveals Bill Clinton sent birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein’s 2003 book, following Trump revelation. Both presidents listed as “Friends” in album.
Russian passenger plane narrowly averts tragedy after cabin pressure loss
Russian Boeing 737 makes emergency landing due to cabin pressure loss, one day after deadly An-24 crash kills 48 in Russia’s Far East region.
Thailand-Cambodia diplomatic standoff: Bangkok open to talks
Thailand and Cambodia face their worst border clashes in over a decade, with 16 dead and thousands displaced amid disputes over ancient temple territory.
Trump clashes with Powell over Fed headquarters renovation costs
Trump and Fed Chair Powell clash publicly over $3.1 billion headquarters renovation costs during heated construction site visit, highlighting tensions over monetary policy.
Netanyahu withdraws Israeli negotiators as Hamas sets new demands
Netanyahu withdraws Israeli negotiators from Gaza talks as Hamas responds with specific demands for prisoner exchange and ceasefire guarantees.