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Heat Wave in Mecca Claims Lives of Hundreds of Hajj Pilgrims
Hundreds of Hajj pilgrims have died and thousands have been treated for heatstroke as Mecca experiences extreme temperatures of up to 51 degrees Celsius (124 degrees Fahrenheit). The deadly heat wave has affected one of the world's largest religious gatherings, drawing attention to the severe conditions facing worshippers during this year's Hajj. 
Hundreds of Hajj pilgrims have died and thousands have been treated for heatstroke as Mecca experiences extreme temperatures of up to 51 degrees Celsius (124 degrees Fahrenheit). The deadly heat wave has affected one of the world's largest religious gatherings, drawing attention to the severe conditions facing worshippers during this year's Hajj. -
Hezbollah Leader Threatens Full-Scale War with Israel, Cyprus Involvement Feared
Hezbollah's leader, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, has issued a stark warning of a war "with no rules and no red lines." This declaration comes amid intensified cross-border exchanges of fire since Israel's conflict with Hamas began in the Gaza Strip. The recent killing of senior Hezbollah commander Taleb Sami Abdullah by an Israeli airstrike has further inflamed the situation. 
Hezbollah's leader, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, has issued a stark warning of a war "with no rules and no red lines." This declaration comes amid intensified cross-border exchanges of fire since Israel's conflict with Hamas began in the Gaza Strip. The recent killing of senior Hezbollah commander Taleb Sami Abdullah by an Israeli airstrike has further inflamed the situation. -
South Korea Reconsiders Arms Supply to Ukraine Amid Russia-North Korea Military Pact
South Korea has announced it will consider providing arms to Ukraine. This announcement comes in the wake of a newly signed pact between Russia and North Korea, which commits each country to come to the other's defense in the event of war. 
South Korea has announced it will consider providing arms to Ukraine. This announcement comes in the wake of a newly signed pact between Russia and North Korea, which commits each country to come to the other's defense in the event of war. -
Rising Tensions Between Israel and Hezbollah Risk Full-Scale War
Hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah have escalated significantly in recent weeks, creating a precarious situation that both sides acknowledge could lead to full-scale war. Despite a relative decrease in missile exchanges, the region has been marked by a sharp increase in threats and aggressive posturing. 
Hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah have escalated significantly in recent weeks, creating a precarious situation that both sides acknowledge could lead to full-scale war. Despite a relative decrease in missile exchanges, the region has been marked by a sharp increase in threats and aggressive posturing. -
Shipping Industry Calls for Urgent Action in Red Sea as Houthi Attacks Escalate
The shipping industry has issued an urgent call for action in the Red Sea following the sinking of a second vessel by Yemen's Houthi militants. Leading industry groups emphasized the need for immediate measures to protect merchant shipping from escalating attacks. 
The shipping industry has issued an urgent call for action in the Red Sea following the sinking of a second vessel by Yemen's Houthi militants. Leading industry groups emphasized the need for immediate measures to protect merchant shipping from escalating attacks. -
Putin and Kim Sign Strategic Pact, Vowing Mutual Defense Amid US Tensions
Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have announced a comprehensive strategic partnership, pledging mutual support in case of external aggression. This "breakthrough" agreement marks a significant deepening of ties between the two nations, as both leaders seek to counter what they describe as hostile US policies. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have announced a comprehensive strategic partnership, pledging mutual support in case of external aggression. This "breakthrough" agreement marks a significant deepening of ties between the two nations, as both leaders seek to counter what they describe as hostile US policies. -
U.S. Suspends Avocado and Mango Inspections in Mexico After Attack on Inspectors
In a move that could disrupt a $2.4 billion industry, the United States has temporarily halted safety inspections of avocados and mangoes in Mexico following an attack on two U.S. agricultural officials. 
In a move that could disrupt a $2.4 billion industry, the United States has temporarily halted safety inspections of avocados and mangoes in Mexico following an attack on two U.S. agricultural officials. -
Putin Vows Support to North Korea Against U.S. Sanctions in Historic Visit
Russian President Vladimir Putin, heading to North Korea for the first time in 24 years, has vowed to deepen cooperation with Pyongyang to counter U.S.-led sanctions and support each other's confrontations with Washington. This visit marks a significant step in the strengthening alliance between the two nations amidst rising geopolitical tensions. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin, heading to North Korea for the first time in 24 years, has vowed to deepen cooperation with Pyongyang to counter U.S.-led sanctions and support each other's confrontations with Washington. This visit marks a significant step in the strengthening alliance between the two nations amidst rising geopolitical tensions. -
Putin's Visit to North Korea Signals Deepening Anti-Western Alliances
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit North Korea on Tuesday and Wednesday, marking a significant development in the burgeoning partnership between Moscow and Pyongyang. The visit, announced by the Kremlin, underscores Russia's intent to bolster ties with the reclusive, nuclear-armed state amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit North Korea on Tuesday and Wednesday, marking a significant development in the burgeoning partnership between Moscow and Pyongyang. The visit, announced by the Kremlin, underscores Russia's intent to bolster ties with the reclusive, nuclear-armed state amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. -
Netanyahu Dissolves Israeli War Cabinet Amid Political Turmoil
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved the war cabinet that was overseeing the conflict in Gaza, a move seen as consolidating his control over military and strategic decisions. This development comes amid internal political strife and mounting public dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the war against Hamas and Hezbollah. 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved the war cabinet that was overseeing the conflict in Gaza, a move seen as consolidating his control over military and strategic decisions. This development comes amid internal political strife and mounting public dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the war against Hamas and Hezbollah.
