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Ukrainian drones strike Sevastopol power substation, causing outages
Ukrainian drone strikes hit Sevastopol’s main power substation overnight June 23-24, causing citywide blackouts and disruptions.
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US forces kill senior Islamic State leader Ali Husayn al-Ulaywi in Syria airstrike
US forces conducted an airstrike on June 19, 2026, killing Islamic State leader Ali Husayn al-Ulaywi in northwestern Syria.
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France confirms first Ebola case in doctor returning from Congo outbreak zone
France confirmed its first Ebola case in a doctor who returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo and is now isolated in stable condition.
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US Supreme Court bars Rastafarian inmate from suing prison guards over forced haircut
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Damon Landor cannot sue prison officials for shaving his dreadlocks in violation of his religious rights.
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Iran denies new nuclear inspection commitments after US-Iran talks in Switzerland
Iran rejected US claims of fresh nuclear inspection agreements following talks held in Switzerland on June 21-22.
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Russian missile strike kills three, injures over 20 in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine
A Russian missile attack struck Kryvyi Rih on June 22-23, killing three and injuring around 23-25 people, using cluster munitions, officials said.
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Iranian President Pezeshkian visits Pakistan to reinforce ties after US-Iran ceasefire
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian began a one-day state visit to Islamabad on June 23, 2026, to thank Pakistan for mediating US-Iran peace talks and discuss cooperation.
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Ethiopian Prosperity Party wins 90% of seats in June 1 general election
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party took 438 of 486 parliamentary seats in the June 1 election, the National Elections Board said.
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Peter Murrell sentenced to five years for embezzling over £400,000 from SNP
Peter Murrell, former SNP chief executive, received five years and three months in prison for embezzling more than £400,000 from the party.
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Kenya Health Minister found in contempt for defying court order on Ebola quarantine site
Kenya's Health Minister Aden Duale was found in contempt for continuing a US-backed Ebola quarantine facility despite court orders to stop work.
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Romania, Slovakia and allies call for lower bear protection after rising attacks
Romania and Slovakia urged the EU to loosen brown bear protections due to increased attacks on people and livestock, backed by three other countries.
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Iran to Administer Strait of Hormuz After US-Iran Talks, Maritime Traffic Resumes
Iran and the US agreed to open communication lines and halt fighting in Lebanon, with Iran taking control of the Strait of Hormuz under international law.
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Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye Dismisses Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government on May 22, 2026.
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South Africa faces new wave of xenophobic violence targeting African migrants
South Africa is seeing renewed xenophobic attacks on migrants amid protests and government warnings.
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US Economic Confidence Falls to Lowest Level Since 2022 Amid Iran War Impact
Gallup reports US economic confidence dropped to -45 as inflation and gasoline prices rise after US-Israel war on Iran.
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Senegal enacts stricter anti-LGBTQ law doubling prison terms amid international criticism
Senegal passed a law in March 2026 that doubles prison sentences for same-sex acts, sparking government defense and global human rights concerns.
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Hantavirus outbreak linked to MV Hondius cruise ship reaches 12 cases with 3 deaths
Twelve confirmed hantavirus cases, including a Dutch crew member, have been linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship with three deaths reported.
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Gabriel Attal launches 2027 French presidential bid, faces centrist rivalry
Gabriel Attal announced his 2027 presidential candidacy in southern France on May 21, entering a crowded centrist race.
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Montreal shooting kills police officer, civilian, and suspect
A shooting in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges killed one police officer, a civilian, and the armed suspect, with another officer seriously injured.
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China’s Wang Yi to Chair UN Security Council Meeting and Visit Canada in May 2026
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi will chair a UN Security Council meeting on May 26 and visit Canada from May 28 to 30.
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Jeffrey Donaldson convicted of 18 child sexual offences including rape
Jeffrey Donaldson, former DUP leader, was found guilty of 18 historical child sexual offences including rape at Newry Crown Court.
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BTS fans in Southeast Asia lose over $100,000 to ticket scams amid high demand
Fans in Southeast Asia have lost more than $100,000 to fraudulent BTS ticket resellers as demand far exceeds supply for the group's comeback tour.
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Ebola cases in DR Congo exceed 1,000 amid ongoing outbreak in Ituri province
More than 1,000 Ebola cases, including 254 deaths, have been reported in eastern DR Congo as of June 21, 2026.
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UK sets new June heat record as red extreme heat warnings disrupt services
The UK Met Office issued a rare red heat warning June 24-25 as temperatures hit a record 36.1C, disrupting transport, schools, and power supply.