Iraqi forces press deeper into Mosul amid heavy street fighting
Iraqi special forces launched a two pronged assault into Mosul's urban center supported by U S led coalition air power. Smoke rose in eastern districts as explosions and machine gun fire echoed after sundown. Columns of armored vehicles advanced toward Tahrir and Zahara while snipers slowed progress and a vehicle borne attack caused several fatalities.
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Layh faces ethics questions over judge's social media posts
A Texas judge, Layh, is under scrutiny for Facebook posts supporters call free speech but critics say endorse candidates and undermine judicial neutrality. Officials note code prohibits endorsements and public use of a judge's name to back candidates. Hardwick cites the Hecht case and ABA language while Willing says case by case review applies, with two other local judges also active on social media.
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Nations celebrate Paris Agreement as climate pact takes force
The Paris Agreement becomes international law with 96 countries joining to curb warming toward 2 C. Ban Ki moon urged quick action while scientists warn the process is just beginning. Environmentalists say fossil fuels remain the obstacle as Greenpeace leaders demand ongoing civil society pressure.
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Two U.S. trainers killed in Jordan air base shootout
At the al Jafr base near Mann in southern Jordan, two American trainers were killed and a third wounded when gunfire stopped a vehicle attempting entry. A Jordanian officer was injured. The U.S. Embassy is coordinating with Jordanian authorities amid the security incident.
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