Thursday, August 21, 2025

Israel takes control of outer areas of Gaza City

The Israeli military says it has taken control of the outskirts of Gaza City as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu orders the military to speed up plans for the full takeover of Gaza City and other areas in the Palestinian enclave.

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv.

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37 arrests in Spain over suspected arson after huge wildfires

Spanish firefighters continue to tackle several major blazes in what is now one of the country's most destructive fire seasons in recent decades.

37 people have been arrested for arson in connection with the fires. 

Ross Cullen reports.
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Nikki Haley urges Trump to mend India-US ties

Former US ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley has warned that ties between Washington and New Delhi are at a "troubling inflexion point", amid trade tensions.

Haley says that a partnership between India and the US is critical to countering China.

Rebecca Bundhun has more from Mumbai.

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India Successfully Tests Nuclear Capable Missile, with 5000KM range

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India has tested its longest-ranging nuclear-capable ballistic missile, with a reported strike range exceeding 5,000 km. The launch took place from a dedicated test facility in the eastern Indian state of Odisha and marks a major step in New Delhi's strategic deterrence posture amidst regional tensions.
Kshitij Nagar has more from New Delhi.


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China's Xi makes second-ever visit to Tibet as president

INTRO:  Chinese leader Xi Jinping made a rare visit to Tibet to mark the 60th anniversary of the consolidation of Beijing's long-contested rule over the Himalayan territory.

Critics say the visit highlights Xi's resolve to keep a firm grip over Tibet's Buddhist believers, push more of them to speak standard Chinese and ensure that the once-rebellious region stays firmly under Beijing's rule. Laura Westbrook has more.

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India bats for more trade with Russia, defying US pressure

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India is urging Russian companies to step up investments and trade with New Delhi, despite US pressure on New Delhi to curb trade with Moscow.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar made the pitch during his visit to Moscow this week.

Ishan Garg tells us more.

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Trump Administration slaps sanctions on more ICC judges

The Trump administration has imposed fresh sanctions on four ICC judges and prosecutors, including individuals associated with cases involving alleged war crimes linked to Israel and the US. Critics say the sanctions threaten to impede the Court's ability to investigate other cases, including alleged war crimes carried out by Russia in Ukraine. Toni Waterman has more.

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Wednesday, August 20, 2025

US government to paint border wall black to deter people from climbing over it

The US government has revealed a new way it intends to stop illegal immigration — painting President Trump's border wall black so it becomes too hot to climb.

It's the latest decision the administration has taken after launching a major deportation program, something the President campaigned on ahead of last year's election.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Some travelers now required to put up $15,000 to enter the US

Starting Wednesday, travelers from certain countries will have to pay bonds up to $15,000 to enter the United States - whether it's for business or pleasure.  It's a pilot program that is meant to crack down on visitors who overstay their visas or who are coming from countries the US deems have poor screening and vetting processes. Toni Waterman has more.

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Israel military takes positions on Gaza City outskirts

The Israeli military has begun the first stages of its planned assault
on Gaza City.

Spokesman Effie Defrin told reporters troops have a hold on the
outskirts of the city, following clashes with Hamas earlier.

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv.

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Trump pushes Ukraine meeting as Kremlin pushes back

The Kremlin appears to be stalling on a possible meeting between the
Russian president Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's leader Volodymyr
Zelenskyy.

US president Donald Trump is trying to set up a face-to-face between
the two leaders, with Hungary being considered as the location.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Investigation launched after French online streamer dies during live video

An investigation has been launched in France after an online streamer died during a live video.

French authorities are looking into the death after the man had regularly been shown enduring violence and humiliation online.

Ross Cullen reports.

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North Carolina braces for high swells from Hurricane Erin

Hurricane Erin is set to batter parts of the U.S. East Coast on Tuesday, with North Carolina declaring a state of emergency in anticipation of swells up to 20 feet.

Erin isn't expected to make landfall in the U.S., but that hasn't stopped a number of cities and agencies from issuing warnings to residents.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Authorities in Pakistan are scrambling to sustain flood relief and rescue operations

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Heavy rains continue to batter parts of Pakistan, prompting authorities to declare a flood emergency in the city of Karachi.

Rescue teams are racing to evacuate residents and provide relief.

Nationwide, the floods have killed more than 700 people.

Pakistan, one of the top 10 most climate-vulnerable nations, continues to grapple with the impacts of severe climate disasters.

Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad. 

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Ukraine security guarantees in focus as NATO convene

Security guarantees for Ukraine will be high on the agenda at a
virtual meeting of NATO chief of defense later on Wednesday.

President Donald Trump has suggested the U.S. could contribute to this
but has ruled out sending American forces to join any potential
reassurance force.

William Denselow reports from Brussels where NATO headquarters is based.

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HIGH COURT RULES ASYLUM SEEKERS MUST LEAVE ESSEX HOTEL

Asylum seekers being housed in a hotel in England must be moved out after the local authority won a temporary court injunction.

Thousands of protesters have gathered outside the hotel in Essex over the past few weeks after an asylum seeker living there was charged with sexually assaulting a local 14-year-old girl.

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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WHITE HOUSES SAYS PREPARATIONS UNDERWAY FOR PUTIN-ZELENSKYY SUMMIT

The White House has confirmed discussions are underway to find a venue to host talks between President Putin of Russia and President Zelenskyy of Ukraine.

Several European countries are reportedly being considered, with hopes a summit could be organized in the coming weeks as part of efforts to end the war.

Trent Murray has more from Berlin. 

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France condemns Israeli PM's claim that it fuels antisemitism

The French government has slammed the Israeli prime minister's claim that the decision to recognise Palestinian statehood "fuels the fire of antisemitism".

France said Benjamin Netanyahu's comment was 'abject' and 'erroneous'.

Ross Cullen reports.



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Luxury tourism in Africa often fails to benefit locals, new research shows


Efforts by some African nations to attract luxury tourism have yielded limited benefits for local communities, with new research by the University of Manchester saying that it often causes more harm than good.

Isaac Lukando reports


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60,000 Israeli reservists to be called up for Gaza City offensive

Tens of thousands of Israeli reservists are expected to be called up for an offensive to take Gaza City despite reports that Israeli officials are studying a ceasefire proposal that Hamas has agreed to

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv

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