Russia denies attack on children's hospital in Ukraine at UN Security Council

Russia on Tuesday denied that it is responsible for an attack on a
children's hospital in Kyiv.
The statement was made during an emergency United Nations Security
Council meeting on Tuesday.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...

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Biden's future discussed at private Democrat meetings

US Democrat lawmakers are meeting on Capitol Hill to discuss the
viability of President Joe Biden standing for reelection amid growing
calls for him to step down.

Biden says he's "not going anywhere" despite concerns from his own
party about his age and mental agility.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Beryl leaves millions of Texans without power as sweltering heat descends

As Texans pick up the pieces after Hurricane Beryl slammed into the Gulf Coast on Monday, they face another, potentially deadlier threat: Millions are without electricity as the heat index soars to 105F (40C). And some officials are warning -  it could take two weeks to get everyone back online. Toni Waterman has more from Austin.

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Harvey Weinstein back in court, and could face fresh charges

Harvey Weisntein is set to arrive back in a New York court, and may learn whether or not he will face fresh sexual assault charges.

Weinstein's retrial is scheduled to get underway after Labor Day, after his original sexual assault convictions were overturned earlier this year.

Mitch McCann reports:

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NATO leaders arriving in Washington for summit

NATO leaders are pledging continued support for Ukraine to the tune of tens of billions of dollars, as they kick off the alliance's 75th anniversary summit later in Washington DC. 

The meetings come at a politically fraught time, with Russia hitting Ukraine's largest children's hospital as part of a deadly barrage across the war-torn country, and as President Joe Biden faces pressure to step down.

Benji Hyer reports. 

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Germany's Scholz: I am not worried about Biden's fitness

As a growing number of US democrats voice concerns about the electability of Joe Biden, one key European leader has expressed public confidence in the President. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray has the details. 

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US and Iraqi officials discuss coalition withdrawal

U.S. and Iraqi officials have met to discuss security relations and
the possible winding down of coalition forces in the country.

Roughly 2,500 U.S. troops remain in Iraq to help combat the threat
posed by ISIS.

William Denselow reports from Baghdad.


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Report: Italy to buy 24 new Eurofighter jets over next decade

Italy's government is reportedly planning to spend more than 8 billion dollars on new fighter jets.

The Italian military is in the midst of transitioning from the current Eurofighter programme to a new jet being designed by an international coalition.

From Rome, Giles Gibson has more.

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Biden's top envoy in the Middle East as ceasefire talks progress

One of President Biden's top advisors is expected in Israel on Tuesday, for meetings with senior officials amid increased pressure by mediators to try and get Israel and Hamas to agree to a hostage and ceasefire deal.

It comes as Israel's opposition leader is accusing the Prime Minister of playing political games to block the latest proposal from going through.

Sarah Coates has more from Tel Aviv.

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Nigeria to Suspend Taxes on Some Food Imports to Curb Rising Prices

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Nigeria's government is planning to suspend taxes on some food imports.

This is part of measures the government is undertaking to tackle rising inflation which has risen over 40 percent.

Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports.

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French prosecutors opens investigation into Marine Le Pen's campaign finances

The Paris public prosecutor's office has opened a judicial investigation into suspected illegal campaign financing by far-right figurehead Marine Le Pen, that's according to French media.

The inquiry relates to the 2022 presidential election, which Le Pen lost to Emmanuel Macron.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Rescue work continue at destroyed children's hospital in Kyiv

Rescue work continues at a children's hospital in Kyiv that was struck by a Russian missile. Authorities believe there may still be people trapped under the rubble. Nationwide, the death toll has gone up to 37 people killed and 170 people wounded after Monday's missile attack on Ukraine. 

Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv  

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New Delhi says Modi urges Putin to end Ukraine war

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly told Russia's Vladmir Putin "a solution cannot be found on the battlefield".

Modi is on his first foreign visit to Russia after coming back to power for a rare third term this summer. It's also his first visit since the war in Ukraine started.

He is set to hold formal talks with Putin in Moscow on Tuesday afternoon.

Neha Poonia has more.

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Indians fighting in Russian Army to be discharged after Modi-Putin meet: Reports

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Russia could discharge all Indians who were inducted into the army to fight in Ukraine, according to reports.

About a dozen men were allegedly tricked into joining the Russian army by fake job agents promising high paying roles in Russia.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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REGIONAL MAYORS MEET AT DOWNING ST AFTER UK ELECTION

UK government ministers are meeting with regional mayors on Tuesday to discuss "shifting power out of Westminster".

Downing Street says it's planning a "major programme of devolution".

It comes as the UK's Parliament reconvenes for the first time since last week's general election which saw a landslide for the Labour Party.

Labour peer and former minister Lord Falconer says the government is hitting the ground running under the new Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

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Philippines rejects China's accusation of environmental damage in South China Sea

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Instead, it's laying the blame for damaging the marine environment on Beijing, and called for an independent scientific assessment of the causes of coral reef damage. Laura Westbrook has more.

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S Korea ends threats against striking doctors

South Korea is ending all punitive steps against striking doctors. 

More than 12-thousand trainees have walked out since February in protest to the government increasing medical school seats.

Chris Gilbert reports. 

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Biden, White House pushes back against concerns over ability to lead

US President Joe Biden has told those who think he is not fit to serve
another term as president to challenge him at the Democratic
convention in August.

The president is trying to address growing concerns within his party
about his mental fitness for the job.

Biden also sent a letter to Democratic lawmakers on Tuesday saying he
"firmly committed" to staying in the race.

During a phone interview with MSNBC the president invited challenges
from doubters.

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a barrage of questions at Tuesday's briefing about multiple visits by
a Parkinson's expert to the White House.

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about his interactions with the President.

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Pakistan's finance minister warned that if Islamabad doesn't raise its tax revenues, more financial problems will follow.

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Pakistan says it is hopeful of securing a new IMF loan this month. However, the country's Finance Minister has warned that if Islamabad fails to boost its tax revenues, this won't be the last IMF bailout package it will need.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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June was the hottest month on record

Last month was the hottest June on record.
New data was released on Monday from the European Union's Copernicus
Climate Change Service which says this is the thirteenth month in a
row of record temperatures.
Jody Jacobs has more...

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