West Bank ambush kills two off-duty Israeli soldiers
Two off-duty Israeli soldiers hiking near Hebron were killed by Palestinian gunmen who were later shot by the soldiers in a firefight that killed one attacker and wounded another. A third assailant was wounded. Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigades claimed responsibility. Witnesses said a jeep used by the attackers was found with bullet holes.
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Australian Guantanamo detainee David Hicks freed from prison
Australian terror convict David Hicks, who fought with the Taliban and pleaded guilty to providing material support to al Qaida, is released from Yatala prison in South Australia after serving more than five years of his sentence. He was greeted by family and supporters, refused to comment to reporters, and agreed to conditions restricting future remarks and travel as part of his plea deal.
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France to ban smoking in most public venues Jan one
In a sweeping shift, France extends its smoking ban to bars, restaurants, hotels, casinos, and cafes from January 1, with only homes and sealed smoking rooms allowed indoors. The phased move follows a February start in workplaces and public transit sites, aimed at reducing smoke exposure and odors for workers while prompting mixed reactions among patrons and staff.
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