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US President Joe Biden announced on Friday that Israel had proposed a ceasefire in Gaza in return for the release of hostages. He urged Hamas to accept the offer, calling it the most effective way to end the conflict. "It's time for this war to end and for the day after to begin," said Biden, emphasizing the need to conclude the eight-month-long Gaza conflict. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/l9dTV48

Details of the terms are unclear, but the president described a three-phase agreement put to Hamas that would see a cessation of violence, hostage releases, humanitarian aid and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/SnhOYW1

The stabbing took place during a far-right event in Mannheim, Germany, to “educate about political Islam.” from Washington Post https://ift.tt/6YwCDcp

Donald Trump lashed out in rambling, angry comments Friday at "sick" opponents and "fascists" after what he called a "very unfair" trial that made him the first former US president to become a convicted felon. "They're coming in from all over the world into our country, and we have a president and a group of fascists that don't want to do anything about it, because they could right now. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/npTDMqS

The French presidency said Russia will not be invited to events in Normandy on the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings because of the Kremlin’s war in Ukraine. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/HqhES1P

Andrew Tate, a social media influencer facing charges in Romania, lost an appeal to relax travel restrictions set by the Bucharest Court of Appeal. Tate had requested that he be able to leave Romania, provided he stay within Europe's ID-check-free Schengen zone, which Romania partially joined in March. He was previously banned from various prominent social media platforms for allegedly expressing misogynistic views and for hate speech. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/KOtq2jl

The world's first wooden satellite has been built by Japanese researchers who said their tiny cuboid craft will be blasted off on a SpaceX rocket in September. It will be sent into space on a SpaceX rocket from the Kennedy Space Center in September, bound for the International Space Station (ISS), they said. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/uMOHGpX

Actor Robert De Niro clashed with supporters of former President Trump outside a Manhattan courthouse, calling them gangsters. The incident occurred after a press conference related to Trump's trial for hush money payments. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/LJcu3P6

Actor Robert De Niro criticized Donald Trump outside the New York City courtroom where Trump's hush money trial is ongoing. De Niro, a democrat supporting Biden, highlighted Trump's threat to democracy. Referring to Trump's successful 2016 run for president, Academy Award winner De Niro said Trump's candidacy was initially laughed off as a joke. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/qcV4ghU

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Ukraine retracted its statement about French military instructors arriving soon, clarifying ongoing discussions with France and other allies. The defense ministry said it is preparing necessary documents to expedite coordination once a decision is made, aiming to avoid bureaucratic delays. Talks with Paris and others continue to finalize the issue. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/DVs5puT

World Health Organisation chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus highlighted the establishment of the Global Traditional Medicine Centre in India and the hosting of the first global summit on traditional medicine in 2023 during the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva. The Global Centre for Traditional Medicine, supported by an investment of $250 million from India, aims to leverage traditional medicine worldwide through modern science and technology for better health outcomes. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/yCB0gwM

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The US urges China to show restraint in military drills near Taiwan. China's war games, named 'Joint Sword - 2024A,' provoked Taiwan. China sees Taiwan as its territory and conducted the exercises after Lai Ching-te's inauguration as Taiwan's president. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/lWj4mry

The Biden administration maintains that Israel’s invasion of the southern Gazan city is “limited,” despite an International Court of Justice order and a worsening humanitarian crisis. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/qy8akjl

The deadly attack on the home improvement and supplies chain in Ukraine’s second largest city comes amid a Russian offensive in eastern Ukraine. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/RkqmAu9

A Russian airstrike targeted a hardware superstore in Kharkiv, a city in eastern Ukraine, on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to 33 others, according to a report by the Kyiv Independent. The attack, which occurred during daylight hours, was denounced by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who emphasized that the target was "obviously civilian." from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/GExXrmC

The procedure he will undergo on Friday evening is elective and minimally invasive, "is not related to his cancer diagnosis and has had no effect on his excellent cancer prognosis," the press secretary said. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/SnaH2fR

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his team had assured the IMF mission they would implement all its conditions and expected to ink a staff-level agreement during this visit by the IMF team. The IMF mission, however, stated it would decide on whether or not to give Pakistan a bailout after approval of the country’s budget by parliament. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/niIqhsB

Though a rebuke to Israel’s conduct of its war, the World Court ruling will be difficult to enforce without the backing of the United States. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/2wLtDJb

In 2023, Indian nationals were the largest group to immigrate to the UK for work and study. The data from various sources illustrates the changing trends in immigration patterns, with a notable increase in non-EU arrivals and shifts in visa allocations, particularly in the health and care sector. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/GnpxuqB

With U.K. elections coming on July 4, how different are Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour Party leader Keir Starmer? from Washington Post https://ift.tt/kcCqna0

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​​Broadly speaking, recognising a state means declaring that it meets the conditions of statehood under international law. It typically opens a path to setting up diplomatic relations and an embassy there. ​​But the European countries appeared to be mostly concerned with expressing support for Palestinians and sending a message to Israel. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/CdEzT6R

King Charles, who is currently undergoing treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer, reportedly wishes to be unbothered, including from his younger son, Prince Harry. ​​The two met briefly when Harry visited London after learning of his father's diagnosis, but they did not meet during the Duke of Sussex's most recent trip to the UK. According to royal commentator Michael Cole, the king's decision not to meet with Harry was based on practicalities. "The king is facing an unspecified cancer. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ZkAzvGd

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British MPs call for govt action on evasion of Russia sanctions by European companies. UK sees surge in fuel purchases from China, India, and Turkey, sourced from Russian oil. Concerns raised over loophole allowing Russian oil flow into UK. Questions on funding military aid for Ukraine and UK exports to Russia's neighbours. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/NaBlcU8

The Bell 212 aircraft is a widely used civilian version of the Vietnam-era Huey military helicopter, operated by armed forces and businesses around the globe. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/3vszc5k

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Members of the UN Security Council, including the United States, observed a minute of silence on Monday in memory of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his entourage who were killed in a helicopter crash. The UN Security Council dedicated a moment of silence in memory of the mass murdering president of Iran, Raisi. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/61SlbFM

An annual Bun Festival turns the fishing island of Cheung Chau into a staging ground for a traditional parade and a climb up a tower lined with steamed buns. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/nJ2KuP0

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Lai Ching-te has vowed to continue Taiwan’s defense and foreign policy of avoiding tensions with China while also standing up for the island democracy’s freedoms. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/QUlVm45

The 63-year-old hardliner is widely seen as a protégé and trusted confidant of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/vxgTQWe

Two attacks in Chiapas during Mexico's June municipal elections left 8 dead. Candidates survived but one was wounded. Violence escalates in Chiapas against politicians seeking office in June vote. Attacks occurred in Villa Corzo and Mapastepec. Previous ambush in La Concordia killed 6, including mayoral candidate Lucero Lopez. More than two dozen politicians killed since September last year. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/DhN1IYX

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Ukrainian gun commander Oleksandr Kozachenko awaits US ammunition for M777 howitzer amid Russian attacks. Delayed aid package hampers frontline units. President Zelensky warns of Russian offensive, territorial gains in Kharkiv. Calls for air defense support and stabilization in the region. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/TBGoCuI

Zoo Atlanta will return Lun Lun, Yang Yang and their 7-year-old twins Ya Lun and Xi Lun to China late this year, another chapter of “panda diplomacy.” from Washington Post https://ift.tt/W8DIwaO

US treasury secretary Janet Yellen will urge G7 finance officials to advance interest earnings from frozen Russian assets to quickly support Ukraine, according to a senior US treasury official. Ahead of Yellen's May 21-25 trip to Frankfurt and the G7 meeting in Stresa, Italy, the official noted progress toward a consensus on using approximately $300 billion in frozen Russian sovereign assets from the 2022 invasion. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/O70LIJy

The temporary U.S.-made pier opens another entry point for aid, but humanitarian groups say land crossings are imperative to curbing the vast hunger in Gaza. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/UxaSiT4

Ukraine's top commander warns of intense fighting in the Kharkiv region, where Russian forces are advancing to create a buffer zone. President Putin denies plans to capture Kharkiv but justifies the incursion due to alleged Ukrainian shelling of Russian border areas. Ukrainian forces brace for potential assaults in Sumy. Both sides engage in airstrikes and drone attacks. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/6mWMbDS

In interviews with The Post over the last week, Gazans described wrestling with agonizing choices over whether to leave, where to go and how to survive. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/3AEwNuT

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Some Texas towns are nearing a breaking point, with one key reservoir at record lows, and another approaching them. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/0WieDLf

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France declared a state of emergency in New Caledonia due to deadly riots stemming from protests against electoral reform. The unrest erupted over a bill allowing long-term French residents to vote in provincial elections, sparking fears of diluting indigenous Kanak community influence. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal condemned the violence and vowed to restore order. The riots led to casualties and heightened security measures, including a curfew in the capital. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/kJSrOT4

UK government's immigration advisers published an independent rapid review of the graduate visa route on Tuesday, recommending that the visa, which allows international students to work or look for work in the UK for two years after graduation, not be scrapped. This came after a separate report had called for the route to be axed to bring down net migration figures. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/mI6xkJL

Leaked data shows Pakistan's wealthy owning 17,000 to 22,000 properties worth USD 12.5 billion in Dubai. Tax authorities vow action against potential tax evasion related to these properties, amidst discussions on taxation laws and economic contrasts. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/DB3Zv1j

As the popularity of French wanes, RobotsMali is using AI to create books in Bambara. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/kSm34Mz

Gunmen abducted 105 people in northwest Nigeria last week, demanding negotiations with the Zamfara state government instead of ransom payments, according to five families of the victims contacted by the armed men. The attackers seized residents from villages in Zamfara's Birnin-Magaji local government area. The families received calls from the abductors, urging the government to negotiate. Zamfara's information commissioner criticized individuals advocating for negotiations with the kidnappers, stating that the government rejected the proposed peace accord initiative. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/scgLnOG

A police officer lost his life and over 100 individuals sustained injuries during violent protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The clashes were between security forces and protesters demonstrating against the high costs of wheat flour and electricity. The disputed region witnessed clashes between police and activists of a rights movement amid a strike. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/60I1tPi

More than 2.5 million civilians are trapped in El Fashir as paramilitary forces encircle the city — the last one in the region outside their control. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/VOlpcbQ

Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, a longtime confidante of Russian President Vladimir Putin, will become head of the national security council. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/1dMOets

North Macedonia's first female president was inaugurated on Sunday, with the new nationalist leader promptly setting the tone in a speech that did not acknowledge the country's new name. But Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova's party, the nationalist VMRO-DPMNE, opposed the accord and have refused to acknowledge the country's new name. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/WajeQTB

Earth was hit by stronger solar storms, causing amazing celestial light displays and posing risks to satellites and power grids. Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) from the Sun led to an extreme geomagnetic storm, affecting satellite services like Starlink. The events, which were the most powerful in twenty years, created auroras in northern Europe and Australasia. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/C5ZNwV7

The evacuation orders included crowded neighborhoods, a hospital and two refugee camps in central Rafah, and risked angering the White House. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/G4UA6H9

Medics and journalists were unable to reach the area, making it difficult to assess the nature and intensity of the fighting. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/4tHa2Vf

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President Joe Biden said Wednesday that he would not supply offensive weapons that Israel could use to launch an all-out assault on Rafah — the last major Hamas stronghold in Gaza over concern for the well-being of the more than 1 million civilians sheltering there. Biden, in an interview with CNN, said the US was still committed to Israel's defense and would supply Iron Dome rocket interceptors and other defensive arms, but that if Israel goes into Rafah, “we’re not going to supply the weapons and artillery shells used.” from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/wD6L0hv

The delay came as Israeli forces continued their incursion into Rafah, Gaza’s southernmost city, despite warnings from President Biden that more needs to be done to protect civilians. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/S1QjcxH

The Olympic flame spent 12 days at sea before arriving in the French port of Marseille on a three-mast ship for a ceremony kicking off the Paris 2024 Games season. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/Tt7lxkO

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The military said the incursion was aimed at destroying Hamas fighters and infrastructure in Rafah that were used in an attack that killed four Israeli soldiers over the weekend near the Kerem Shalom border crossing. It did not appear to be the long-promised full ground invasion of Rafah, which Israel's allies have been working to avert by pushing for a truce deal. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/1RF5qsw

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Hamas’s agreement to a cease-fire proposal revived hopes of an extended pause to the fighting in Gaza, even as Israel ordered a large-scale evacuation of Rafah. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/N0FzvnD

Russia’s government has notified the State Department of a U.S. soldier’s detention in Vladivostok, near its borders with China and North Korea. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/U5cVdvK

Russia rattled its nuclear saber and scolded the ambassadors of Britain and France to show anger at comments by Western leaders about military support for Ukraine. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/v8LWAtO

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The government is banning Al Jazeera’s operations in Israel over its Gaza war coverage. Israel’s Foreign Press Association called it a “dark day for democracy.” from Washington Post https://ift.tt/WKkq0EJ

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London's Labour mayor Sadiq Khan on Saturday secured a record third term, as the party swept a host of mayoral races and local elections to trounce the ruling Conservatives just months before an expected general election. Meanwhile Labour swept crunch mayoral races across England, from Yorkshire, Manchester and Liverpool in the north to contests across the Midlands. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Q5y4sk6

In Burkina Faso, a West African nation facing Islamist extremism, a national arts festival attracted troupes from even the hardest-hit areas. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/bAD5JR0

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