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U2’s Bono speaks out against Hamas, Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli ‘far-right fundamentalists’

Muhamad Yehia.. Cairo Bono spoke out against Hamas and called for Israel to be “released from Benjamin Netanyahu” in plea to “stop war” during the Ivor Novello Awards in London. His comments mark the first time the human rights activist has spoken out in public against the Israeli prime minister. …

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North Korea’s Kim Jong-un furious after failed naval destroyer launch

Muhamad Yehia .. Cairo The country’s leader said the damage caused to the 5,000-tonne ship during its unveiling was the result of ‘absolute carelessness’ and ‘irresponsibility’. North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un has strongly criticised officials for the damage caused to a new naval destroyer during a failed launch ceremony this …

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MEP and staffer report each other to the police after alleged assault in European Parliament

Muhamad Yehia.. Cairo A physical altercation between a Swedish MEP and a parliamentary staffer has sparked conflicting accounts and formal police reports. The incident, which took place in the European Parliament on Wednesday, is now under internal investigation. On Wednesday, the Swedish delegation from the Left group in the European …

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At least 107 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza as aid continues to trickle in

Muhamad Yehia .. Cairo Palestinians say one of the two remaining hospitals in northern Gaza was struck on Thursday, causing extensive damage. Meanwhile, the UN says 90 aid trucks have been distributed, but says much more aid is needed to satisfy the needs of Gazans. Israel went ahead on Thursday …

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Don’t panic but be aware, experts advise tourists after earthquakes rattle Greece

Muhamad Yehia..Cairo Two earthquakes struck near Crete and islands across the Aegean sea over the last two weeks. Experts are warning tourists to familiarise themselves with emergency guidance. A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the coast of Crete on Thursday, just over a week after a similar undersea tremor near …

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UK hands sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius after last-minute legal delay

Muhamad Yehia ..Cairo Under the agreement, the UK will pay Mauritius €120 million each year to lease back their military base for at least 99 years. The United Kingdom has signed an agreement handing over control of the disputed Chagos Islands to Mauritius, with Westminster saying the deal protects the …

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MEPs call on European Commission to cut Hungary off from EU funds

Muhamad Yehia .. Cairo Cross-party MEPs demand a complete cut of funds for Hungary, claiming it regressing alarmingly. The European Commission is willing to discuss the use of the budget tool to preserve democracy. A group of MEPs has called on the European Commission to freeze EU funding for Hungary …

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Live updates: Administration bars Harvard from enrolling foreign students, says thousands must transfer

Muhamad Yehia ..Cairo The Trump administration revoked Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students in its escalating battle with the Ivy League school, saying thousands of current students must transfer to other schools or leave the country. The Department of Homeland Security said the university allowed “anti-American, pro-terrorist agitators” to assault Jewish …

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Afrikaners’ arrival in US as refugees sparks international debate

Muhamad Yehia .. Cairo Amid a refugee resettlement freeze, 59 Afrikaners arrived in the US, welcomed by Trump officials, sparking debates over discrimination and refugee policies. A charter plane carrying 59 white South Africans made international headlines when it landed near Washington on Monday. The new arrivals at Dulles International …

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US accepts Boeing 747 from Qatar for Trump to potentially use as Air Force One

Muhamad Yehia.. Cairo The plane Qatar has offered Trump is estimated to be worth around $400 million (€352 million) which Trump called a “great gesture.” The United States Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has accepted a Boeing 747 as a gift from Qatar for President Donald Trump to potentially use as …

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