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The Treasury Department imposed asset freezes and travel bans on International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane and a senior trial lawyer, citing threats to U.S. sovereignty. The move drew sharp criticism from the ICC, European leaders and human‑rights groups, who said it undermines the rule of law.
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The United Kingdom has affirmed its '100% support' for Ukraine, rejecting Russian threats of 'consequences' regarding Kyiv's use of British-made drones. Prime Minister Burnham stated that Moscow's warnings would not deter the UK's commitment to assisting Ukraine.
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The country's top court ruled that former prime minister Imran Khan must be moved from prison to a hospital for medical treatment. The decision comes amid ongoing corruption cases that the politician says are politically driven.
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Russia has issued a stern warning to the United Kingdom, threatening 'consequences' and a 'price to pay' over the supply of British drones to Ukraine, which Moscow alleges are being used in attacks on Russian territory. The UK's Ministry of Defence has rebuffed these threats, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Ukraine.
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Hakainde Hichilema has won a second term as President of Zambia, campaigning on a platform of economic recovery and debt restructuring. His re-election comes as the copper-rich nation faces international pressure for increased access to its natural resources.
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Reform UK is proposing to slash the welfare budget by £50 billion a year, a move that includes barring foreign nationals from benefits and cutting disability payments. The plan has drawn criticism from economists, child‑poverty campaigners and pollsters who question its feasibility and electoral appeal.
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The Democratic Republic of Congo is grappling with its most severe Ebola outbreak to date, with official figures indicating a death toll surpassing previous records. This public health crisis is exacerbated by the rapid spread of a rare Ebola strain.
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Hawaii has experienced significant wind and rain as Hurricane Lala skirted the Big Island, narrowly missing a direct landfall which would have been the first in 34 years. The storm, which reached Category 1 strength, led to travel disruptions and one reported fatality.
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Five years after seizing power, the Taliban government in Afghanistan is facing mounting international criticism over human rights, particularly regarding women's rights, even as it pursues increased diplomatic engagement to end its isolation. Campaigners fear that growing global ties could undermine calls for improvements in the human rights situation.
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A potent 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off eastern Indonesia's Flores island early Saturday, resulting in at least 20 fatalities and widespread damage. The shallow temblor prompted mass evacuations and a now-lifted tsunami warning.
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Five years after seizing power, the Taliban in Afghanistan face persistent international isolation and growing concerns over human rights, particularly for women and girls. While some reports note improved street safety, the regime is grappling with internal challenges and a deepening humanitarian crisis.
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A strong 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Indonesia early Saturday, resulting in at least five fatalities and significant damage. The shallow temblor prompted widespread evacuations and search and rescue operations.