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Russia has been accused of persecuting Christians in occupied Ukrainian territory during Putin's invasion, with reports of mistreatment and abuse of religious minorities. The International Criminal Court has charged Putin with illegal deportation of Ukrainian children, adding to Russia's list of human rights violations. The Institute for the Study of War reports ongoing persecution of Evangelical Christian communities in Kherson, as Russia demands Ukraine cede occupied territories for a potential ceasefire in the war. Full...

The federal election campaign is in full swing, with various parties vying for support. Despite challenges, candidates are actively engaging with voters to promote their platforms and policies. The competition is fierce as parties work to gain traction and secure votes before election day. Full Article

A court in Tokyo ordered the Japanese branch of the Unification Church to disband due to financial exploitation of members following the assassination of former prime minister Shinzo Abe, leading to the loss of legal status and government intervention. The church, founded by Rev. Sun Myung Moon, forced members into financial hardship for political donations, resulting in a government request for dissolution after former members reported financial damages of $140 million. The church, with 600,000...

Grant Paterson, from East Kilbride, is in critical condition after a suspected gas blast at his B&B in Rome. He underwent major surgery to remove debris from his body and remains on life support with 75% burns. A fundraiser has been launched to support his daughter who is by his side, as friends and colleagues send well wishes and support. Full Article

The leak of classified information by Trump's national security team on Signal may have violated federal laws and breached security protocols, raising concerns about the handling of sensitive data. The use of unsecured messaging apps for sharing classified information is risky and could lead to breaches of national security laws. The leak has prompted calls for investigations and questions about the government's ability to keep information secure. Full Article

The Kremlin stated it would not disclose details of ceasefire talks with the U.S., while Ukrainian diplomats met American counterparts for further discussions. Russian and U.S. officials were expected to release a joint statement after talks in Saudi Arabia, focusing on a maritime ceasefire deal covering the Black Sea. Ukraine agreed to a 30-day ceasefire deal and accused Russia of being "manipulative" by delaying a truce, with Kyiv stressing the involvement of European allies in...