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Druze fighters regained control of Sweida city in southern Syria after pushing out rival factions, despite ongoing violence in the province, following a US-brokered ceasefire agreement aimed at preventing further Israeli military intervention. The conflict has resulted in over 940 deaths since Sunday, prompting humanitarian concerns and calls for stability from the international community, including the US and EU. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Druze fighters took back control of their city, Sweida,...

Sudan's Prime Minister Kamil Idris pledged to rebuild Khartoum, ravaged by over two years of war, during his first visit since taking office in May. He outlined ambitious repair projects amidst the ongoing conflict, with reconstruction costs estimated at $700 billion, as the war has caused severe humanitarian crises, displacing millions and creating widespread food insecurity. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Sudan's new Prime Minister, Kamil Idris, visited the damaged capital, Khartoum, and...

Violence in Sweida, Syria, escalated as clashes between Druze fighters and tribal allies of the Syrian authorities continued despite a ceasefire announcement, resulting in over 940 deaths and widespread destruction. Residents face severe shortages of food, water, and electricity, while security forces struggle to control the chaos and protect civilians amidst reports of brutal attacks and executions. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: In Sweida, Syria, there are really bad fights happening, and people...

Syrian Bedouin and allied fighters continued clashes with Druze fighters in Sweida for the seventh day, despite a US-brokered ceasefire aimed at preventing further Israeli intervention. Over 900 people have died amid the violence, prompting international concern and a call for unity among Syria's diverse communities, while the humanitarian situation worsens with hospitals overwhelmed and many displaced. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Fighting in Syria In Syria, there have been ongoing fights between...

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee condemned an attack on a Palestinian church in Taybeh, attributed to Israeli settlers, calling it an "act of terror" and urging prosecution of the perpetrators. His comments follow a rise in violence in the West Bank, with calls for investigations into settler violence against Palestinians, amid ongoing tensions related to Israeli settlements. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee is asking for those who set...

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned reports of aid seekers in Gaza being killed while waiting for food and water, calling such actions by Israel “completely indefensible.” He reiterated support for a two-state solution and emphasized that while Australia remains a long-term supporter of Israel, it is essential to uphold the rights of Palestinians amid the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said it...