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- ICC leaders denounce diplomatic efforts to undermine international law
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- Missouri Supreme Court blocks Republican-leaning House map pending voter approval
- Major General Nikolai Varpakhovich in critical condition after shooting in Russia
- Hazardous materials alert triggers evacuation at Berlin Brandenburg Airport
- Advocates condemn US House vote to cut funding for universities boycotting Israel
- N.S. woman reports loss of hundreds of relatives and friends in Nepal floods
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The current and former presidents of the International Criminal Court’s governing body have condemned diplomatic pressures aimed at isolating the court, asserting these efforts undermine international law. They urged member states to support the ICC amid escalating sanctions from the Trump administration, which has opposed the court’s investigations, particularly regarding Israeli officials.
Major General Nikolai Varpakhovich is in critical condition following a suspected assassination attempt in Saratov, Russia, where he was shot while leaving his home.
The US House of Representatives passed a bill penalising universities that boycott Israel, including institutions in the West Bank, in a 237-169 vote. Critics, including rights groups, assert it infringes on free speech. The legislation now requires Senate approval and the President’s signature to become law.
Nepalese authorities report that 118 people were rescued from flood debris, including one British man, as search efforts continue amidst a rising death toll.
US President Donald Trump hinted at a harsher response amid escalating US-Iran hostilities, stating, “We’re going to hit them hard.” This followed Iranian missile strikes on US military sites in Jordan after the US targeted Iranian positions on Larak Island, escalating concerns of prolonged conflict in the Gulf region.
A British family, including Santosh Sahu and his children, are among those still missing in Nepal following catastrophic flooding that has claimed nearly 1,000 lives.
John Ternus will assume the role of Apple’s chief executive on Tuesday, succeeding Tim Cook after 15 years. Ternus faces challenges in advancing the company’s artificial intelligence efforts while managing its complex supply chain largely reliant on China. His leadership will be tested at the upcoming iPhone event on 9 September.
A German mother and a Greek father have been arrested after a dead newborn boy was discovered in a suitcase during a police raid in Athens.
Search teams in Tibet are focused on rescuing over 900 workers trapped in hydrotunnels after flash floods in Nepal resulted in 903 confirmed deaths and extensive damage.
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