Politics

Asia Pacific

Cambodia’s Kem Sokha Pardoned After 27-Year Sentence

Cambodia's former opposition leader Kem Sokha, who was serving a 27-year sentence for treason, has been pardoned, the country's former prime minister said. Hun Sen, currently acting head of state, signed the decree on behalf of King Norodom Sihamoni.

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Middle East

Inside Trump’s Search for an Iran War Exit Strategy

Donald Trump faces mounting pressure to find an exit from the Iran war, as polls show growing public discontent and economic indicators worsen, according to multiple White House sources.

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Leaders

Pope Calls for AI to Be ‘Disarmed’ to Prevent Harm

Pope Leo XIV has called for the 'disarming' of artificial intelligence to prevent its use in domination and exclusion, according to an encyclical released on Monday.

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Public Health

Ebola Outbreak in DRC Outpacing Response, Warns WHO

The World Health Organization has warned that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is outpacing response efforts, according to a report by The Guardian.

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Europe

Víctor Muñoz’s €40M Release Clause and Spain’s 2026 World Cup Call-Up

Víctor Muñoz remains with Osasuna for now due to a €40 million ($47 million) release clause, but Real Madrid holds a buyback option at €8 million ($9.5 million). Meanwhile, he has earned a call-up for Spain's 2026 World Cup squad.

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Conflicts & Security

Hunger increasingly used as weapon of war as ‘food-related violence’ surges, analysis shows

Since 2018, 21,403 incidents of food-related violence have been recorded in 15 countries, according to analysis by Insecurity Insight. The deliberate targeting of food supplies has surged in places like Gaza, Sudan, and Lebanon.

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Americas

Venezuela Inmates Occupy Prison, Set Fire to Mattresses

Venezuela inmates occupied a prison roof and set fire to mattresses on Sunday to protest alleged abuses, according to The Guardian.

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Africa

Botswana Couple Challenges Same-Sex Marriage Ban in Landmark Case

A Botswana couple is challenging the country’s ban on same-sex marriage in court, with hearings scheduled for 14 and 15 July. If successful, Botswana would become the second African country to legalise same-sex marriage. According to the source.

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Política de EE.UU.

Policiía de Turquía asalta oficinas de la oposición tras salida de líder

La policía de Turquía irrumpió en las oficinas del principal partido de oposición, el CHP, el domingo, tras una decisión judicial que removió a su líder, Özgür Özel, según informó la BBC.

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Leaders

Carney Says Alberta ‘Essential’ to Canada Amid Secession Debate

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Alberta is 'essential' to Canada's future on Friday, as the province's premier, Danielle Smith, pushes for a potential independence referendum.

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US Politics

Turkish Riot Police Storm Opposition Offices After Court Ruling

Turkish riot police stormed the headquarters of the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) on Sunday, following a court decision that removed its leader Özgür Özel. According to BBC News.

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Policy & Law

Judge Dismisses Criminal Indictment Against Kilmar Ábrego

A U.S. judge dismissed a criminal indictment against Kilmar Ábrego García on Friday, ruling that the Trump administration would not have pursued charges had he not challenged his deportation, according to The Guardian.

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Public Health

Ebola Cases in DR Congo Top 900 as Outbreak Intensifies

The number of suspected Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 900, according to a report released by health authorities. Confirmed cases now exceed 100, with the outbreak active in three provinces.

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Public Health

Red Cross Volunteers Die of Suspected Ebola in DR Congo

Three Red Cross volunteers died in the Democratic Republic of Congo from suspected Ebola likely caught while managing dead bodies, the organisation has said. They are believed to have contracted Ebola on 27 March while working in the eastern region of Ituri.

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Football

USMNT World Cup full roster: Zendejas in, Tessmann out

The United States men's national team has finalized its 26-man roster for the 2026 World Cup, with Alejandro Zendejas included and Tanner Tessmann left out. The full list was obtained by The Guardian and confirmed by multiple sources.

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