Kim Birrell, a Gold Coast native, thrilled the 5,500 spectators at Pat Rafter Arena by advancing to the Brisbane International quarterfinals for the first time after defeating Anastasia Potapova in straight sets. Despite a challenging start, Birrell’s clean and fearless hitting secured her victory, propelling her into the world’s top 100 and the position of Australia’s number one player. With a focus on consistency and belief in herself, Birrell looks forward to facing her next opponent and continuing her impressive run in the tournament.
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ICC condemns sanctions by Trump administration and pledges to continue its work
The International Criminal Court called on member states to oppose US President Trump's sanctions, criticizing the move as an attempt to undermine its judicial work. European allies, including Germany and the European Commission, voiced support for the court. The White House issued the order in response to the ICC's arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu over alleged war crimes in Gaza, drawing criticism from human rights groups and court officials preparing for potential sanctions....
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