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Israel defense minister unveils strategic shift in Gaza war plans

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on Thursday outlined Israel’s plans for the next stage of its war in Gaza, with a new more targeted…

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UN Security Council condemns twin blasts in Iran: Statement

The UN Security Council on Thursday condemned as “reprehensible” the twin bombings in Iran claimed by ISIS, which killed at…

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Japan quake death toll rises to 73 as rescue efforts intensify amid harsh conditions

The death toll from a powerful earthquake in Japan that struck the country’s west coast on New Year’s Day rose to 73 on Thursday,…

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EU’s Borrell extends condolences to Iran amid ‘terrorist attack’

The EU’s top diplomat Josep Borrell offered his condolences to Iran after what he described as a “terrorist attack” that killed 95…

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Red Sea attacks spark surge in ocean freight rates

Ocean freight rates are surging after a missile attack and attempted hijacking of a Maersk ship this weekend prompted carriers to suspend…

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Blinken to travel to Israel, Middle East capitals for diplomatic talks

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will depart on Thursday for the Middle East, including a stop in Israel, as the…

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Bosnia’s Serb entity moves to establish independent elections

Bosnia’s Serb entity is on course to organize its own elections under its own rules, the region’s controversial leader Milorad…

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