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The Metropolitan Police are enhancing safety measures for over 50 summer concerts in London, deploying specially trained officers to combat violence against women and girls (VAWG) amid high demand for events, notably influenced by Taylor Swift's performances. The V100 project aims to identify and apprehend serious offenders, reflecting a proactive approach to ensure public safety at major venues. Need More Context? 🔎

Caribbean Against Apartheid in Palestine (CAAP) and the Caribbean Movement for Peace and Integration have filed a groundbreaking court application in Barbados, accusing Israel of genocide and crimes against humanity due to its actions against Palestinians. The application calls for the arrest of Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) members entering Barbados and declares Israel's actions as committing genocide and apartheid. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A group in the Caribbean is saying that Israel...

Diplomatic efforts to mitigate the escalating Israel-Iran conflict are intensifying, with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy engaging with US officials before heading to Geneva to deliver a message from the Trump administration to Iran. The talks focus on Iran's nuclear program, amid skepticism from Israel about Iran's trustworthiness, while the US considers military options if diplomacy falters. Need More Context? 🔎

US President Donald Trump is expected to decide within two weeks whether to involve the US in the Iran-Israel conflict, emphasizing the priority of preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons. Iran's deputy foreign minister warned that US involvement would exacerbate the situation, while diplomatic efforts continue amid ongoing military actions in the region. Need More Context? 🔎

Ardie Savea's transfer to Moana Pasifika this season marked a significant moment in Super Rugby history, overcoming resistance from the All Blacks and financial challenges from New Zealand Rugby. His leadership helped Moana achieve notable victories against top New Zealand teams, propelling them towards a playoff spot before a late-season dip in performance. Need More Context? 🔎

Teklemariam BekitEditor, BBC TigrinyaAFP via Getty ImagesFor many Eritreans, the hopes of the early days of the presidency of Isaias (left in 1994) have been dashed 30 years laterOnce hailed as a reformist leader, Eritrea's president Isaias Afwerki has ruled for over 32 years without ever holding elections, consolidating power at his rural residence while hopes for democracy faded after his initial promises in the 1990s. Following the 2001 crackdown on dissent, including the arrest...