Tensions rise on Israel Lebanon border as clashes continue
Israel and Hezbollah exchange rocket and drone fire along the border with nightly threats of wider escalation. Israel’s leaders warn Hezbollah to back down while preparing a possible northern front, as Gaza battles persist and regional powers seek de‑escalation amid rising civilian tolls.
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Maine official bars Trump from primary ballot in Maine
Secretary of State Shenna Bellows ruled that Donald Trump cannot run in Maine’s presidential primary citing the 14th Amendment insurrection clause. The decision, first by a state official, awaits court review and Supreme Court guidance on Trump’s eligibility.
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Military Justice Reform Shifts Prosecutions to Special Counsels
The Pentagon enacted a sweeping reform assigning independent lawyers to decide prosecutions in major crimes including murder and rape, sidelining commanders. The change follows rising sexual assault reports across services, with Army cases driving overall declines, and is hailed by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin as the most important reform since 1950.
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Maduro orders large scale Venezuelan drills amid UK warship move
President Nicolas Maduro announced 6000 troops from the army air and navy will conduct joint defensive exercises off Venezuela's eastern coast near the Guyana border. He called the HMS Trent deployment a threat and violation of a regional agreement, insisting diplomacy remains while prepared for defense.
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Stigma against gay men worsens Congo mpox outbreak
In Kinshasa Congo faces its largest mpox outbreak as discrimination against gay and bisexual men could drive cases underground. WHO noted mpox spreading via sex in Congo for the first time, a shift from animal contact outbreaks. Experts warn legal and social stigma may hinder reporting and response efforts.
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