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Cyclone Chido Leaves Hundreds Feared Dead in Mayotte as French Island Faces Catastrophic Damage
Cyclone Chido has left a trail of devastation across the French Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte, with officials fearing the death toll could reach into the hundreds or even thousands. The intense tropical cyclone struck the impoverished island on Saturday, destroying homes, uprooting trees, and crippling essential infrastructure. François-Xavier Bieuville, Mayotte's prefect, described the situation as catastrophic and warned that the human toll could be staggering. 
Cyclone Chido has left a trail of devastation across the French Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte, with officials fearing the death toll could reach into the hundreds or even thousands. The intense tropical cyclone struck the impoverished island on Saturday, destroying homes, uprooting trees, and crippling essential infrastructure. François-Xavier Bieuville, Mayotte's prefect, described the situation as catastrophic and warned that the human toll could be staggering. -
Israel Closes Embassy in Ireland Amid Accusations of 'Extreme Anti-Israel Policies'
Israel has announced the closure of its embassy in Ireland, accusing the Irish government of fostering "extreme anti-Israel policies" and taking actions that cross "all red lines" in their bilateral relationship. The decision, confirmed by Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar, marks a significant escalation in the strained ties between the two nations, which have clashed over issues related to Palestine and international law. 
Israel has announced the closure of its embassy in Ireland, accusing the Irish government of fostering "extreme anti-Israel policies" and taking actions that cross "all red lines" in their bilateral relationship. The decision, confirmed by Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar, marks a significant escalation in the strained ties between the two nations, which have clashed over issues related to Palestine and international law. -
U.S. Confirms Direct Contact with Syrian Rebels
The United States has entered into direct contact with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the Syrian militant group that led the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad's regime, Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed on Saturday. The announcement, made during a diplomatic tour in Jordan, underscores Washington's cautious but significant engagement in Syria's evolving political landscape. 
The United States has entered into direct contact with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the Syrian militant group that led the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad's regime, Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed on Saturday. The announcement, made during a diplomatic tour in Jordan, underscores Washington's cautious but significant engagement in Syria's evolving political landscape. -
Hezbollah Chief Admits Loss of Key Supply Route After Assad's Shocking Fall
Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group based in Lebanon, has suffered a significant blow following the rapid fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime. The collapse of Assad's government has severed a crucial military supply route through Syria, a pipeline that Hezbollah relied on for arms and equipment from Iran. Naim Qassem, Hezbollah's leader, confirmed the loss in a televised address, characterizing it as a "small detail" in the group's broader resistance operations but acknowledged its implications for the organization's strategy. 
Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group based in Lebanon, has suffered a significant blow following the rapid fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime. The collapse of Assad's government has severed a crucial military supply route through Syria, a pipeline that Hezbollah relied on for arms and equipment from Iran. Naim Qassem, Hezbollah's leader, confirmed the loss in a televised address, characterizing it as a "small detail" in the group's broader resistance operations but acknowledged its implications for the organization's strategy. -
Ukrainian Drones Hit Russian Oil Depot, Kill Child in Belgorod Amid Escalating Strikes
Ukraine has escalated its cross-border drone campaign with strikes deep inside Russian territory, targeting a major oil depot in the Oryol region and leaving a nine-year-old boy dead in Belgorod. These strikes come as Kyiv struggles to recover from one of the heaviest bombardments of its energy infrastructure by Moscow since the invasion began nearly three years ago. 
Ukraine has escalated its cross-border drone campaign with strikes deep inside Russian territory, targeting a major oil depot in the Oryol region and leaving a nine-year-old boy dead in Belgorod. These strikes come as Kyiv struggles to recover from one of the heaviest bombardments of its energy infrastructure by Moscow since the invasion began nearly three years ago. -
Russia Begins Withdrawal of Military Equipment from Syrian Base: Reports
Russia appears to be in the process of withdrawing military equipment from its key air base in Syria following the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad by rebel forces, according to satellite images released by Maxar Technologies. The images, taken on Friday, show significant activity at the Hmeimim airbase in Syria's coastal Latakia province, including preparations for the transportation of heavy military equipment. 
Russia appears to be in the process of withdrawing military equipment from its key air base in Syria following the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad by rebel forces, according to satellite images released by Maxar Technologies. The images, taken on Friday, show significant activity at the Hmeimim airbase in Syria's coastal Latakia province, including preparations for the transportation of heavy military equipment. -
Russia Unleashes Devastating Missile Barrage on Ukraine Amid Energy Grid Assaults
Russia launched a massive aerial assault on Ukraine early Friday, deploying 93 missiles and nearly 200 drones in a coordinated attack that left millions scrambling for safety in shelters across the country. The strikes, among the largest since the war began nearly three years ago, primarily targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure, deepening the humanitarian crisis and testing the resilience of its defense systems. 
Russia launched a massive aerial assault on Ukraine early Friday, deploying 93 missiles and nearly 200 drones in a coordinated attack that left millions scrambling for safety in shelters across the country. The strikes, among the largest since the war began nearly three years ago, primarily targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure, deepening the humanitarian crisis and testing the resilience of its defense systems. -
Israel Sees Window for Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Sites After Syrian Air Defense Neutralized
Israel is preparing for potential preemptive strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, citing a unique strategic opportunity following the collapse of Syria's Assad regime and the weakening of Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon. Military officials said Thursday that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Air Force have increased readiness for such operations, seeing an unprecedented opening to target Iran's nuclear ambitions. 
Israel is preparing for potential preemptive strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, citing a unique strategic opportunity following the collapse of Syria's Assad regime and the weakening of Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon. Military officials said Thursday that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Air Force have increased readiness for such operations, seeing an unprecedented opening to target Iran's nuclear ambitions. -
Israeli Airstrike on Gaza Refugee Camp Kills Over 30 Amid Ceasefire Talks
An Israeli airstrike on the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza killed more than 30 Palestinians and injured 50 others on Thursday, marking one of the deadliest attacks in recent weeks. The strike targeted a post office that had been sheltering displaced families, as well as nearby homes, according to local medics. 
An Israeli airstrike on the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza killed more than 30 Palestinians and injured 50 others on Thursday, marking one of the deadliest attacks in recent weeks. The strike targeted a post office that had been sheltering displaced families, as well as nearby homes, according to local medics. -
but to topple the new prime minister if he keeps in place Macron-era policies and outgoing ministers in key roles.
French President Emmanuel Macron has named François Bayrou as the country's new prime minister, marking the fourth appointment to the role this year. Bayrou, a centrist and longtime ally of Macron, steps into office following the dramatic collapse of Michel Barnier's government after a no-confidence vote last week. 
French President Emmanuel Macron has named François Bayrou as the country's new prime minister, marking the fourth appointment to the role this year. Bayrou, a centrist and longtime ally of Macron, steps into office following the dramatic collapse of Michel Barnier's government after a no-confidence vote last week.
