Rights group Amnesty International accused the Saudi Arabian franchise of Carrefour of exploiting migrant workers, who were deceived, forced to work excessive hours, denied days off, cheated of earnings, and made to live in poor conditions. Carrefour denied most allegations but planned an external review, with Amnesty calling for action to prevent future abuse. The Saudi government has a zero-tolerance policy for worker abuse, and Carrefour’s Middle East franchisee, Majid Al Futtaim, operates nearly 500 stores in 30 countries, generating significant profits.
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Israel says it regrets deadly strike on Catholic Church in Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed deep regret after an Israeli strike mistakenly hit the Holy Family Church in Gaza, resulting in three deaths and injuries, including the parish priest. The incident, which the IDF is investigating, drew criticism, with Pope Leo XIV urging for a ceasefire as the church served as a sanctuary for those fleeing violence. Want More Context? 🔎
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