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Africa
Chad Says Seven Soldiers Killed in Clash at Sudanese Border
Chad said Friday seven of its soldiers had been killed in a clash at the Sudanese border, with an official blaming the Rapid Support Forces.
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Europe
Putin Speaks to Israel, Iran Leaders to Help ‘De-escalate’: Kremlin
Putin held phone calls with the leaders of Israel and Iran, offering mediation amid large-scale protests in Iran that have raised fears of a military confrontation in the region.
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Middle East
‘Not Much is Standing’ in Gaza, Says UN Official
A top UN official on called for accelerating reconstruction work in Gaza, saying Palestinians were living in "inhumane" conditions.
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Middle East
Threats to Iran Spike ‘Volatility’: UN Official
A senior UN official warned that threats of action against Iran, like those made by Trump, increased volatility in the protest-torn country.
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Politics
UN Chief Attacks World Leaders Putting Cooperation on ‘Deathwatch’
UN Secretary-General Guterres lashed out at world leaders who he said were seeking to "put international cooperation on deathwatch" amid brazen violations of international law.
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Middle East
Trump Announces ‘Board of Peace’ Formed for Gaza
Trump on Thursday announced the formation of a Gaza "board of peace," a key phase of a US-backed plan to end the war in the Palestinian territory.
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Americas
US Says Gaza Truce Plan Entering Phase Two as Governance Body Formed
A US-backed plan to end the war in Gaza was moving into its second phase, as Palestinian factions agreed on the make-up of a post-war governing committee.
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Asia Pacific
Japan, Philippines Agree Military Resupply Deal
The Philippines and Japan signed an agreement allowing for the resupply of fuel and ammunition to each other's forces.
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Middle East
Turkey ‘In Talks’ With Pakistan and Saudi Over Defense Pact
Turkey is holding talks with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to join a defense alliance established in September between the two countries.
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Africa
Clashes Between Chadian Army, Rebels Kill Six
Clashes between the Chadian army and the MPRD rebel group have killed at least six people in the country's south, both sides said Wednesday.
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