At least four South Sudanese security personnel were killed in clashes with Ugandan forces near their contested border, sparked by disputes over territory. A ceasefire has been agreed upon by military leaders from both nations to investigate the incident, which underscores ongoing tensions between Uganda, a military ally of South Sudan’s President Kiir, and rival factions within South Sudan.
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South Korea breaks 117-year record with 22 ‘tropical nights’ in July | Climate Crisis News
At least 16 people have died from heat-related illnesses in South Korea this year, according to health authorities.South Korea has experienced a record number of tropical nights in July, with temperatures in Seoul remaining above 29.3°C (84.7°F) overnight, leading to at least 16 heat-related fatalities. This extreme weather trend reflects broader climate challenges in Asia, where temperatures are rising nearly twice as fast as the global average. Want More Context? 🔎
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