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What are the challenges facing the Mecca agreement?
Saudi Arabia turns to Turkiye and Pakistan for defence ties, raising questions overreliance on the US.
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At least 200 people evacuated as wildfire rages near Lake Garda
At least 200 people have been evacuated after a wildfire broke out near Italy’s Lake Garda.
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US slams Chinese ‘nature reserve’ as effort to claim South China Sea
US State Department accuses China of attempting to deny Filipino vessels access to fishing grounds in contested area.
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Lebanese soldiers injured while Israeli troops intrude on southern town
Soldiers disarm unexploded ordnance in Zawtar al-Gharbiyah, near where Israeli forces reportedly built an earth barrier.
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Yemen’s government forces attack Houthis amid renewed shelling of Marib
Fears of a wider conflict grow as Yemen’s army counterattacks and expert warns ‘all the warning signs are there’.
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‘Debilitating’: Hunter Biden speaks out about father Joe Biden’s cancer
The younger Biden son has addressed his father's debate performance and the pardon he received after felony convictions.
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The influencers taking on far-right leader Nigel Farage
The UK media has been accused of giving far-right leader Nigel Farage an easy ride
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Gaza health chief urges action to ‘save’ Dr Abu Safia before it’s too late
Fears increase for life of Hussam Abu Safia detained by Israel amid reports of torture and lack of medical care.
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Serbia and Ukraine pledge closer economic ties, eye free trade deal
Serbia says it will help rebuild Ukrainian cities and provide aid as the two countries deepen cooperation.
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British Columbia issues evacuation orders ahead of fast-moving wildfires
Authorities warn residents to be prepared to leave their homes as fast-moving wildfires spread across western Canada.
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Saudi-Pakistan-Turkiye pact: A new shield or strategic signal?
The agreement names no adversary, but analysts say Iran and its regional network are central to the thinking behind it.
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Which stars need to shine this season: Real Madrid, Barcelona, Man Utd, PSG
From the Premier League and La Liga to the UEFA Champions League, which players hold the key to their clubs' season?