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Saudi Arabia's foreign minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, stated that the kingdom will not normalize relations with Israel until a Palestinian state is established and the Gaza conflict ends, linking recognition to the two-state solution's progress. During a conference co-hosted with France, he emphasized that normalization discussions are impossible amid ongoing violence and suffering in Gaza. Want More Context? 🔎

US President Donald Trump has set a new 10 to 12-day deadline for Russia regarding its war in Ukraine, expressing frustration with President Putin's lack of progress and threatening sanctions on Russia and its export buyers. Ukrainian President Zelensky praised Trump's assertiveness, emphasizing the importance of sanctions in achieving peace and expressing readiness to collaborate with the US to end the conflict. Want More Context? 🔎

Two men, Matthew Bird, 21, and Oliver Dawes, 24, were killed in a light aircraft crash in Thorganby, Selby, after their Cessna performed aerobatic maneuvers and nosedived into a field on July 28. The Air Accidents Investigation Branch is investigating the incident, and both families expressed their heartbreak over the loss of their loved ones. Want More Context? 🔎

A UBC study led by Dr. Laura Schummers revealed a 49% increase in the monthly dispensing of long-acting reversible contraceptives, such as IUDs and arm implants, following B.C.'s policy of providing free prescription birth control. Dr. Renee Hall, medical co-director at Willow Clinic, noted a shortage of doctors to meet the heightened demand for IUD insertions. Want More Context? 🔎

The Chelan County Sheriff's Office is scaling back the search for Travis Decker, the father accused of murdering his three daughters, who were found dead on June 2, after going missing during a visit with him. While the investigation continues, officials emphasize that Decker, wanted for three counts of first-degree murder, is considered armed and dangerous, urging anyone with information to call 911. Want More Context? 🔎

When TV cameras capture world leaders, the result is typically mundane, but not with Donald Trump, as evidenced by his recent meeting with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Despite awkward moments, Starmer managed to secure some policy wins regarding Putin and Gaza, but the encounter highlighted the significant political and power divide between the two leaders. Want More Context? 🔎