Türkiye blocks instagram following Hamas leader’s death

Turkiye blocked the social media site Instagram on Friday.

Turkish authorities didn't immediately provide a reason but local
media say it's in response to Instagram removing posts linked to the
death of the Hamas political leader.

European correspondent William Denselow reports.

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Nigeria Accuses Coca Cola of Misleading People in the Country

Nigeria has accused soft drink manufacturing company, Coca Cola and the Nigerian Bottling Company of transparency breaches against consumers in the country.

The government says penalties will be imposed on the companies.

Tesem Akende reports.

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Americans return from Russia in multi-nation prisoner swap

Three Americans have touched down back on US soil to scenes of jubilation and relief after being imprisoned in Russia. 

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, journalist Alsu Kurmasheva and US Marine veteran Paul Whelan were part of the biggest prisoner swap between the West and Russia since the Cold War.

They were met on the tarmac just outside of Washington DC by their families, as well as President Joe Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris. 

Benji Hyer watched the reunion unfold. 

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Hezbollah vows to retaliate to Israeli airstrike on Beirut

The leader of Hezbollah has vowed to respond to Israel's assassination of one of the group's top commanders - telling supporters the war has now entered a "new phase." 

From Beirut, Trent Murray reports.

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Warring ethnic groups reach peace agreement in one Manipur district

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Two feuding communities in North East India have agreed to stop violence - over a year after clashes first broke. 

Now this agreement only applies to one district that's been the epicenter of tensions in the past few months. 

But it's now raising hopes that peace can finally prevail in the Manipur state. 

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi. 

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Torrential rains kill hundreds across India

Even as the southern Indian state of Kerala is reeling in the aftermath of landslides where the death toll has now crossed 300, many regions in the north of the country have also been ravaged by heavy rains and flooding.

Officials are blaming the above average rainfall this month on the La Niña effect, which brings more rain to the subcontinent in the monsoon season.

Neha Poonia has more.

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US reportedly mulls new curbs on China's access to AI memory chips

INTRO: The US is reportedly considering unilateral restrictions on China's access to AI memory chips and equipment capable of making such semiconductors as soon as next month. It risks fueling the tech rivalry between Washington and Beijing, with China's Global Times newspaper warning of countermeasures. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.

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NASA astronauts still stranded on International Space Station

NASA  says there's still no firm return date for two of its astronauts currently stranded aboard the International Space Station.

The space agency's engineers along with the company Boeing are working to repair the Starliner capsule that is supposed to bring the crew back to earth.

Ira Spitzer reports.

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UK PM Announces New Police Unit To Tackle Rioting Following Southport Stabbing Attack

The UK Prime Minister has announced a new national police unit to prevent violent disorder in the wake of violent protests, following the killing of three children in a stabbing attack on Monday in Northwest England.

Keir Starmer said a system of shared intelligence, facial recognition technology, preventative action, and criminal behaviour orders will help stop potential criminals before they can board a train.

Simon Gaitán has more from London.

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Russia, West hold largest prisoner exchange since the Cold War

In the largest prisoner exchange since the Cold War, the US, Germany, Slovenia and Russia agreed to exchange 26 people. The prisoner swap took place in the capital of Turkey, Ankara. Moscow received 10 Russians accused of espionage and other criminal activities in the West. Two children were also reportedly involved in the exchange - they were the kids of the Russian couple convicted in Slovenia for espionage. In exchange, the Kremlin released 13 people - of German, US and Russian citizenship. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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West-Russia prisoner swap underway

Three American citizens are being released from detention today as part of the biggest prisoner swap between the West and Russia since the Cold War.

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, US Marine veteran Paul Whelan, and Russian-American radio journalist Alsu Kurmasheva are being freed under a deal, mediated by Turkey and agreed by the Biden administration.

Benji Hyer is in Washington. 

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WHO manages to evacuate about 85 sick patients from Gaza

The World Health Organization says it has managed to evacuate 85 sick
and severely injured patients from Gaza to Abu Dhabi.
This was the largest evacuation of patients from Gaza since the war
broke out in October.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...

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First batch of F-16 jets arrive in Ukraine

Ukraine has received its first batch of the long-awaited F-16 fighter jets. According to media reports, six planes have arrived from the Netherlands. 

Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv  

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Heavy rainfall in India's New Delhi leaves at least 9 dead, red alerts issued

At least 9 people have died in New Delhi following torrential rains in the Indian capital.

India's meteorological department has issued red alerts across the region, and the government has asked people to not step out unless absolutely necessary.

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Venice limits size of tourist groups and bans loudspeakers

Venice has introduced tough new limits on tour groups.

From today (1st August), there will be a cap of 25 people and tour guides also aren't allowed to use loudspeakers.

Our Italy correspondent Giles Gibson has more.

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Hungary Sends Aid to Battle North Macedonian Wildfires

Wildfires have intensified across the Balkans, leading North Macedonia to request NATO and EU assistance. In response, Hungary has mobilized its Air Force and firefighters to support North Macedonia in battling the blazes. Pablo Gutierrez Reports.

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Pakistan expels British journalist seeking ex Prime Minister Imran Khan's interview

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Pakistan has expelled a British-American journalist who had been trying to meet with former Prime Minister Imran Khan.

Khan has been in jail since August last year on corruption charges, which he denies.

Pakistani media is not allowed to report or amplify Imran Khan's comments apart from reporting on ongoing case proceedings.

Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad. 

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Teenage suspect to appear in court over Southport stabbings

A teenager has been charged with the murder of three girls at a dance class in Southport in the UK, and is appearing at  Liverpool City Magistrates’ Court [later Thursday], following a wave of far-right protests linked to the attack.

Eight other children and two adults were also in the Taylor Swift-themed dance class where the 17 year old suspect launched a vicious attack on Monday.

Nina-Maria Potts has more:

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Philippines and US navies hold joint exercise in South China Sea

INTRO: The Philippines and United States navies conducted a joint maritime exercise in the South China Sea, as the two allies enhance how their militaries cooperate at a time of growing tensions in the South China Sea. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.

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Death toll from Kerala landslides climbs, hundreds still missing

The death toll from landslides in southern India's Kerala region has risen to 167 and hundreds are believed to still be missing..

Rescue workers say they are searching under collapsed roofs and debris of destroyed houses for survivors.

More than 8,000 people remain sheltered in camps.

Neha Poonia has more, as rescue efforts continue on the third day.

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Central government and state officials are at loggerheads over advance warnings and the disaster response in the wake of the calamity that flattened three villages in the Wayanad district on Tuesday.

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