Christians in Syria mark country's transformation
In Damascus churches held first Sunday services since Assad’s ouster as Christians prayed for a new inclusive era. Worshipers urged a rapid political process, while UN envoy Pedersen pressed for end to sanctions. Schools reopened under a new leadership facing HTS denotation and ongoing war crimes accountability calls.
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Israel to close Ireland embassy amid Gaza war tensions
Israel will shutter its Dublin embassy as relations with Ireland sour over the Gaza war. Palestinian officials say Israeli airstrikes killed more than 46 people, including children, as fighting rages and Gaza’s death toll nears 45,000. Ireland condemns Israel’s actions. Dublin recalls ambassador. Ireland backs ICJ case against Israel.
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Officials urge action on East Coast drones
East Coast drone sightings prompt calls for action from lawmakers led by Rep. Jim Himes and Sen. Chuck Schumer. Officials say no foreign threat is confirmed, but uncertainty about who operates the drones spurs demands for better tracking tech and authority. Mayorkas stresses ongoing coordination with state and local authorities and notes some sightings are manned aircraft.
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ABC News to pay Trump 15 million in defamation settlement
ABC News will pay Donald Trump 15 million to settle a defamation lawsuit filed in Florida over a March claim that he was found civilly liable for rape. The deal includes 15 million to a presidential foundation and museum and 1 million in Trump’s attorney fees. An editor's note will issue a statement of regret for a March 10 This Week segment.
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Mayotte cyclone death toll rises to hundreds and possibly thousands
Cape Town reports Mayotte authorities say Cyclone Chido may have killed several hundred people with the toll potentially reaching near a thousand as rescue teams rush in. Officials note widespread destruction, airport damage, power outages, and severely affected slums. The Interior Ministry cites at least 11 dead and 250 injuries, expected to rise.
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