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Russia suspected of jamming EU chief von der Leyen’s aircraft GPS

The GPS system of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's airplane was jammed Sunday shortly before landing in Bulgaria. Bulgarian authorities suspect the disruption was due to Russian interference. EU spokesperson Arianna P...

France 24

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Ukraine's fresh recruits using latest drone tech

Matching Russian forces with a smaller population is tough for Kyiv, especially after 3.5 years of war. DW meets new soldiers and the technology helping keep Moscow at bay.

DW News

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Maduro threatens 'republic in arms' if U.S. forces attack Venezuela

The Venezuelan leader accused US President Donald Trump of attempting to orchestrate a regime change in Caracas, warning him that any attack on his country would be immoral, absolutely criminal and pose a “bloody threat”.

Euronews

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Gaza reconstruction plan faces backlash over relocation clause

The Washington Post has released information from a prospectus outlining the Trump administration's proposed plans for post-war Gaza. The proposal suggests the voluntary relocation of residents during the reconstruction phase. While the ...

France 24

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Ukraine claims 'Russian trace' possible in assassination of Parubiy

A suspect in the fatal shooting of Andriy Parubiy, former speaker of the Ukrainian parliament has been detained, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said as more details emerged from the investigation.

Euronews

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Trump considering tourism hub in Gaza: Washington Post report

The Washington Post reports that after the war with Israel, the Trump administration is considering turning Gaza into a trusteeship run by the U.S. for 10 years as the enclave is redeveloped into a tourism and tech hub.

CBS News

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More than 250 media outlets protest over Israel killing journalists

More than 200 media publications from around the world are taking part in a campaign to highlight Israel's murder of journalists. News sites, magazines, online platforms and papers have blacked out their front pages. They're calling on ...

Al Jazeera

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Gaza’s school year begins in tents

September no longer marks the beginning of a new school year in Gaza. It marks another chapter of survival. Israeli bombardment has damaged or destroyed nearly 90 percent of schools across the Strip and hundreds of thousands of young peo...

Al Jazeera

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Sudan: At least 19 killed in Darfur region as fighting intensifies

The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces have besieged el-Fasher for more than a year.

Africanews

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Israel committing genocide in Gaza, scholars' association says

The world's leading genocide scholars' association has passed a resolution saying that the legal criteria have been met to establish Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, its president said on Monday (September 1).

Reuters

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Lebanon begins disarming Palestinian groups in refugee camps

Lebanon has begun disarming Palestinian factions in refugee camps. The decision was taken in a meeting between Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas while he was in Beirut in May.

Al Jazeera

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Putin blames West, NATO for Russia's war in Ukraine at China summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin once again defended the full-scale invasion in early 2022 as a response to a Western-supported coup and NATO's influence, a claim he never backed with evidence.

Euronews

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Storm forces Gaza aid flotilla back to Barcelona port

Organizers of the Global Sumud Flotilla have described it as the largest attempt so far to break the Israeli sea blockade of the Palestinian territory.

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Looming war in Goma puts education out of reach for many families

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, it’s back-to-school season. But in Goma, a city of over two million people, war is looming. Under the control of the M23 rebels, rising prices and the threat of violence is putting education out o...

Africanews

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Israel declares Gaza City a 'combat zone'

Thousands of Gaza City residents decide to stay despite Israel calling it a combat zone.

Africanews

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Houthis bury senior leaders killed in Israeli airstrike, vow revenge

Hundreds of mourners gathered in Sanaa on Monday for the funeral of senior Houthi officials, including Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi, who were killed in what is described as an Israeli airstrike last week.

Africanews

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German Chancellor 'mentally preparing' for war in Ukraine to 'drag on'

Speaking in an interview with German public broadcaster ZDF, German Chancellor Merz said he has not lost hope about the ceasefire or peace talks but “harbours no illusions".

Euronews

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Beijing set to host massive military parade

In China, a major military parade will take place in Beijing on September 3, to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory over Japanese aggression. Amid rising global tensions, the Chinese government aims to showcase its power, preserve h...

France 24

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Houthis raid UN offices in Yemen, detain 11 employees

Iran-backed Houthis raided offices of the United Nations’ food, health and children's agencies in Yemen’s capital, detaining several UN employees, officials said. The rebels tightened security across Sanaa following the Israeli killing o...

France 24

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Gaza City beaches turn from leisure spots to overcrowded tent camps

Beaches along the coast of Gaza City have turned from areas of enjoyment to crowded camps for displaced families, forced from their homes.

Al Jazeera

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People’s Conference for Palestine ends with call to action

Thousands of activists calling for an end to Israel's war on Gaza have concluded a three-day conference in Detroit, Michigan. The second annual People's Conference for Palestine brought together grassroots organisers, students and commun...

Al Jazeera

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Ukraine eases martial law, allowing men aged 18-22 to travel

Ukraine has eased martial law travel restrictions for men aged 18 to 22. The policy change now allows young men to cross the border freely. The government says the decision is aimed at preserving their Ukrainian identity and educational ...

Al Jazeera

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South Sudan clashes spark fears of renewed conflict

Two days of clashes between government forces and rebel fighters in South Sudan are raising fears for the country’s fragile peace agreement.

Africanews

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U.S. builds up forces in Caribbean as officials, experts concerned

A large buildup of U.S. naval forces in and around the Southern Caribbean has officials in Caracas and experts in the United States asking: is the move aimed at combating drug cartels, as the Trump administration has suggested, or is it ...

Reuters

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Director Jim Jarmusch 'disconcerted' about Mubi corporate financing

Veteran U.S. director Jim Jarmusch said he was concerned that one of the distributors of his latest film had taken money from a company with ties to the Israeli military.

Reuters

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Israel intensifying attacks ahead of planned seizure of Gaza City

Israel's security cabinet is considering a plan to seize Gaza City with attacks ramping up over the weekend. The Israeli military has now ended a temporary pause of military action around aid delivery locations ahead of an expected 'full...

CBS News

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Trump threatens to send military to Chicago over crime

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker says he's making every effort to stop President Trump from using the military to "invade states." But the White House claims the National Guard is needed to stop violent crime in Chicago.

CBS America

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Israel pounds Gaza as assault nears

Columns of dark smoke billowed over Gaza and Palestinians tended the dead after Israeli forces pounded the suburbs of Gaza City overnight as Israel gears up for a full-scale assault.

Reuters

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Israel claims death of Hamas armed wing spokesperson Abu Obeida

The Israeli military claimed on Sunday it killed a longtime spokesperson for Hamas' armed wing. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz identified the spokesperson as Abu Obeida, who was reportedly killed over the weekend.

Euronews

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Russia fires third large-scale attack at Ukraine this week

Moscow continues to intensify its attacks on Ukraine, meanwhile, President Zelenskyy reported the Russian army is suffering 'heavy losses' in Pokrovsk region.

Euronews