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Gaza, Iran, Lebanon: If ceasefires are in place, why do strikes continue?
International law sets rules for ceasefires, but who enforces them when violations continue? Three experts explain.
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Did Germany lose its UNSC seat because of support for Israel?
Germany lost its Security Council bid to Austria and Portugal, which secured the two available seats.
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Who is Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh FM who beat Cyprus to UNGA presidency?
Rahman, a career diplomat who held several portfolios at the global body, beats Cyprus’s Ambassador Andreas Kakouris.
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How India’s CBSE exam scandal set off student outrage against PM Modi
India’s largest school board has been mired in controversies, sparking demands that Modi’s education minister resign.
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What is the St Petersburg forum, Putin’s economic outreach to the world?
A Ukrainian drone strike targeted energy facilities near St Petersburg hours before the forum began.
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‘Doesn’t seem qualified’: Who is Bill Pulte, acting US intelligence chief?
Republican and Democratic lawmakers have questioned the credentials of President Trump’s latest appointee.
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Why is France so invested in the future of Lebanon?
Analysts say France is hoping to reassert its diminishing influence in the region.
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Iran, Kuwait, Bahrain hit: Is the war in the Gulf escalating again?
Secretary of State Rubio tells US lawmakers the war on Iran is over, amid recent attacks on Iran and Gulf countries.
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California showdown, Trump setback: Key primary election results
California, Iowa, New Jersey, New Mexico, Montana and South Dakota held key primaries on Tuesday.
Iran war day 96: US, Iran trade new strikes across the Gulf
Rubio says the US will lift sanctions on Iran only if it gives up enriched uranium, rejecting a Hormuz-linked deal.
Lebanon hopes crunch talks in Washington will halt an Israeli invasion
What will Israel and Lebanon discuss in Washington, as Hezbollah and Israel continue to battle in south Lebanon.
