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Over $7bn pledged to Gaza relief as Trump pushes board of peace plan
The US-led ceasefire framework has two main priorities: dismantling Hamas’ military capabilities and rebuilding Gaza’s infrastructure.
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Andrew freed under investigation following misconduct arrest
The former Duke of York was photographed slumped in the back of a car after leaving Aylsham police station, reflecting the seriousness of the legal action.
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Robert Mugabe’s youngest son arrested in South Africa over gun incident
The 28-year-old Mugabe was arrested after a 23-year-old man, reportedly employed as a gardener at the property, was shot and seriously injured. The victim was transported to a hospital and remains in critical condition following the gunshot.
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EU designates Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist organisation
The decision follows a political agreement reached by the EU Foreign Affairs Council on January 29 and was formally adopted by the Council on Thursday.
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Congress appoints José María Balcázar to lead Peru until July elections
Balcázar will guide the country until July, when a president elected in a general vote will officially assume power.
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Ex-prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
The arrest comes after Thames Valley Police said they were assessing a complaint over the alleged sharing of confidential material by the former prince with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
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South Korea ex-President Yoon sentenced to life
The Seoul court ruling comes amid widespread public division, with Yoon defending his actions as necessary while prosecutors called them a direct threat to democracy.
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Zuckerberg counters claims Meta targeted children in court
The lawsuit, which also names Google’s YouTube, has drawn attention for its potential impact on thousands of similar cases nationwide. TikTok and Snapchat, originally included in the lawsuit, reached settlements just before the trial started, though the terms were not disclosed.
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Turkey flags risks in Horn of Africa after Israel backs Somaliland
Somaliland, which declared independence from Somalia more than 30 years ago, gained formal recognition from Israel in December. Mogadishu
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Gabon cuts off social media amid rising public unrest
Data from the monitoring group NetBlocks showed that by Wednesday, access to major online platforms had been blocked, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and WhatsApp.
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US to pull back most troops from Syria as regional tensions rise
US troops have operated in Syria since 2015, initially deployed to combat the Islamic State (ISIS) and support local forces. Currently, about 1,000 personnel remain, but officials say most will be withdrawn over the coming months under a conditions-based plan.
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At least 33 killed in Central Nigeria mine incident
The tragedy unfolded in the early hours at a site near Wase town, operated by Solid Unity Nigeria Ltd, where toxic gas reportedly accumulated in underground tunnels with poor ventilation.