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An air strike on a fuel market near Chad’s border with Sudan has resulted in 12 fatalities and seven injuries, according to Chadian officials. Chad accuses the Sudanese army of conducting the strike amidst ongoing conflict between Sudan’s military and the Rapid Support Forces.
A catastrophic flood caused by an ice avalanche in the Himalayas has resulted in at least 359 deaths and over 1,000 people reported missing, including British tourists.
New mail-in ballot restrictions from the US Postal Service are now in effect following a Supreme Court ruling that supports changes initiated by former President Donald Trump. Legal challenges from 24 states argue the rules could cause significant harm and claim they are unconstitutional.
The US has destroyed ten Iranian boats laying mines in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane. This action follows rising oil prices affected by sea mining activities. President Donald Trump emphasised the need for Iran to remove any placed mines immediately.
EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING
Discussions on Ukraine peace negotiations and the conflict in Iran dominate the agenda this morning. European Union officials are scrutinising the shifting dynamics of foreign policy as geopolitical tensions rise.
An unedited video of Vladimir Putin’s coughing fit was mistakenly released by the Kremlin, revealing a rare moment of vulnerability. Kremlin spokesperson Alexander Yushanev termed it a ‘weekend mistake’. For further insights into Putin’s health, read on.
Trump claims the Iran war could end “very soon,” amid rising oil prices and market instability in Iran war: Is Trump trying to end it because he’s over a barrel?
British Airways has cancelled all flights to the Middle East due to ongoing conflict and airspace instability. This affects routes to Amman, Bahrain, Doha, Dubai, and Tel Aviv, with flights to Abu Dhabi suspended indefinitely. Customers should check official channels for updates.
Beijing now understands that Donald Trump is predictable in his response to crises, including recent events in the Middle East.
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