A man waits for evacuation in western Ukraine as a massive aerial attack by Russia targets Ukraine’s energy sector. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy describes it as one of the heaviest bombardments since Russia’s full-scale invasion almost three years ago. The attack involved 93 missiles and almost 200 drones, with Ukrainian defenses shooting down 81 missiles. President-elect Donald Trump’s vow to end the war has thrown into doubt continued U.S. military support for Kyiv. Russia has targeted Ukraine’s electricity system in previous attacks to disrupt Ukrainian defense manufacturing. Ukrainian officials have warned that Russia is stockpiling missiles for future attacks.
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Britain warns Israel it could recognise Palestinian state as Gaza starvation spreads
Britain plans to recognize a Palestinian state in September unless Israel alleviates the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and establishes a ceasefire, amidst reports of starvation and rising death tolls from the ongoing conflict with Hamas. The situation in Gaza, described by monitors as nearing famine, has drawn international condemnation and further isolated Israel, despite U.S. reluctance to support Palestinian statehood. Want More Context? 🔎
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