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Beijing warns the EU to stop ‘provoking trouble’ in the South China Sea

The warning from China's embassy in the Philippines follows criticism from a top EU official about Beijing's conduct.

US presses NATO to agree defence spending hike

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said he thinks that the committment to the increased budget will happen this month.

Kohli ‘absolutely gutted’ after 11 dead in Bengaluru stadium stampede

Former India captain Virat Kohli was celebrating RCB's IPL title when a stampede turned fatal near Chinnaswamy Stadium.

New Zealand parliament suspends Maori MPs who performed protest haka

Parliament voted to impose record suspensions on the trio of legislators over their protest.

Pilgrims gather in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

About 1.5 million foreign pilgrims gather for Hajj in Saudi Arabia amid high temperatures and enhanced safety measures.

Can the US afford to lose its 1.1 million international students?

International students contributed $43.8bn to the US economy last year and created 378,175 jobs nationwide.

Ukraine uses AI to strike Russian airbases

In this episode of Project Force, @AlexGatopoulos examines Ukraine's successful use of a revolutionary new tactic.

US-backed GHF group extends closure of Gaza aid sites for second day

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation claims aid distribution sites have been closed to carry out 'maintenance' work.

Vietnam scraps two-child policy to combat falling birthrate

Vietnam's declining birthrate is most pronounced in urban areas, while nationally, male births still outnumber female.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,197

These are the key events on day 1,197 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Donald Trump announces US travel ban on 12 countries, restrictions on seven

Trump says his executive order banning and restricting foreign visitors is in the interest of US 'national security'.

US judge halts deportation of family of suspect in pro-Israel rally attack

Federal court says removing the wife and children of Mohamed Soliman without due process could cause 'irreparable harm'.

White House makes misleading claims about Democratic opposition to tax bill

In a release, the White House said that Democrats opposed key measures party members actually championed.

Trump must facilitate legal challenges of deported Venezuelans: Judge

Ruling says those deported under 1798 law have right to challenge their removal and that Trump administration must help.

French Open: Djokovic downs Zverev to set up semifinal against Sinner

Novak Djokovic beats Alexander Zverev to set up a French Open semifinal showdown with Jannik Sinner at Roland Garros.

New York City mayoral race: All you need to know

Democratic primary pits lawmaker Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, against centrist former Governor Andrew Cuomo.

US vetoes UNSC Gaza ceasefire resolution as Israeli strikes kill 95

The United States was the only country to vote against text urging immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire.

Ronaldo fires Portugal past Germany and into Nations League final

Portugal beat Germany 2-1 to reach the final of the UEFA Nations League as Cristiano Ronaldo nets the winner.

Syria to give IAEA access to suspected former nuclear sites: Report

IAEA head Grossi describes the new government as 'committed to opening up to the world, to international cooperation'.

Trump administration threatens Columbia University’s accreditation

The Education Department accuses school of violating the Civil Rights Act and calls for its accreditor to take action.

‘Red Line for Palestine’: Protesters swarm UK Parliament

Thousands swarmed UK Parliament in a “Red Line for Palestine” protest, demanding Israeli sanctions and an arms embargo.

Key Ivory Coast opposition figures banned from October presidential vote

The Electoral Commission head has said no revision of the electoral register will take place before the poll.

GHF suspends aid: Timeline of a ‘death trap’ in Gaza

More than 100 Palestinians have been killed trying to get aid at Gaza Humanitarian Foundation distribution centres.

Leaders of Canada and Mexico lash out at Trump steel tariff hike

Canada's Mark Carney calls the 50-percent tariff increase 'illegal', while Mexico's Sheinbaum weighs countermeasures.

Trump: Putin says Russia will ‘have to’ respond to Ukraine attacks

US president says Putin also suggested he would participate in talks aimed at reaching a new nuclear deal with Tehran.

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Casualties mount as Israeli troops continue firing on Gazans seeking aid

JERUSALEM (CNN) - Palestinians on their way to  Israeli Tanks fire on Gazans seeking aid, 32 killed, over 200 injured

GAZA - At least 32 Palestinians were killed and more than 200 wounded after Israeli forces opened fire on crowds waiting for food at two separate aid distribution points in Gaza on Sunday, according to reports from local authorities and eyewitnesses.

MIDEAST-JERUSALEM-EID AL-ADHA-MARKET

(250605) -- JERUSALEM, June 5, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Palestinians select sheep at a livestock market ahead of the Eid al-Adha festival in Jerusalem, on June 4, 2025. (Photo by Jamal Awad/Xinhua)

Daily World Briefing, June 5

Lee Jae-myung sworn in as S. Korea's new president

Lee Jae-myung was sworn in as South Korea's new president on Wednesday after formally beginning his single five-year term earlier in the day.

The country's 21st president took the oath of office in the National Assembly building, saying in a televised inaugural address that he will strive for unity and be a president serving all citizens.

U.S. vetoes

Trump Announces Travel Ban Affecting 12 Countries From June 9

US President Donald Trump on June 4 signed a proclamation resurrecting the travel ban from his first term, ordering that from next week citizens of 12 countries, including Afghanistan and Iran, will not be allowed to enter the United States.

I must act to protect the national security and national interest of the United States and its people, Trump said in hisproclamation.

In addition to Afghanistan and Ira

U.S. vetoes UN Security Council draft resolution demanding immediate Gaza ceasefire

The U.S. veto drew criticism from Security Council members.

-- The United States has once again abused its veto power, extinguishing the glimmer of hope for the people in Gaza and ruthlessly continuing to leave over 2 million people in darkness.

-- The Israeli government's decisions to expand its military operation in Gaza and severely restrict aid into the strip ar

MIDEAST-GAZA-BEIT LAHIA-RETURNING PALESTINIANS

(250604) -- GAZA, June 4, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Returning Palestinians are seen in the town of Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, on June 4, 2025. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Wednesday night issued an urgent warning to residents of the Gaza Strip to avoid moving northward for their safety. IDF spokesman Avichay Adraee addressed Gazan residents who have returned or intend to return to Beit Lahia, Jabalia, and Beit Hanou

Israel continues to limit humanitarian aid for Gaza: UN

"The world is watching, day after day, horrifying scenes of Palestinians being shot, wounded or killed in Gaza while simply trying to eat," UN relief chief Tom Fletcher said.

UNITED NATIONS, June 4 (Xinhua) -- UN humanitarians said Wednesday that less than half of their aid trucks submitted for Israeli clearance were allowed into Gaza, while the new, deadly U.S.-run aid process suspended operatio

UN-SECURITY COUNCIL-IMMEDIATE GAZA CEASEFIRE-DRAFT RESOLUTION-U.S.-VETO

(250604) -- UNITED NATIONS, June 4, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Representatives vote on a draft resolution during a UN Security Council meeting at the UN headquarters in New York, on June 4, 2025. The United States on Wednesday vetoed a Security Council draft resolution that would have demanded an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the immediate lifting of all restrictions on humanitarian aid. (Xinhua/Xie E)