Kashmir curfew eased for prayers amid tense Kashmir lockdown
In Srinagar and surrounding areas a temporary curfew relaxation allowed residents to pray at mosques as security forces remained high. Authorities said the easing is limited and tensions with Pakistan persist with protests continuing in parts of Indian-administered Kashmir.
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Trump backs stronger background checks amid shootings rally
President Trump said he can rally Republicans for meaningful federal background checks after the El Paso and Dayton mass shootings. He pledged to fully represent NRA views while pursuing gun law changes and said red flag laws may pass. He claimed greater influence in Congress and said McConnell is onboard.
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Millions gather in Mecca for the Hajj pilgrimage
More than two million Muslims converged on Mecca to begin the five day hajj rites amid calls for unity. Pilgrims wear simple garments and circle the Kaaba as global tensions shape the backdrop of the holy event.
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State Department Hiring Freeze Worsened Core Functions
The inspector general found the 2017 Trump administration hiring freeze devastated the State Department, hurting services to citizens abroad and embassy security. It showed negative effects on morale at 96 percent of overseas posts and 95 percent of U.S. offices, with delays in security, consular, and humanitarian programs.
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Man charged with terrorist threat over Walmart arm test in Missouri
Dmitriy Andreychenko, 20, walked into a Springfield Walmart wearing body armor with a loaded rifle and handgun to test the Second Amendment. He was stopped by an off duty firefighter, no shots fired, and faces a second degree terrorism threat felony with up to four years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
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