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The M23 rebel group, backed by Rwanda, has not received an invitation to upcoming peace talks in Doha regarding the conflict in eastern Congo, jeopardizing efforts to end violence that has resulted in thousands of deaths and mass displacements. While both sides aim to negotiate a peace deal, delays in prisoner releases and respect for prior agreements have hindered progress, causing uncertainty about participation in the talks. Want More Context? 🔎

A couple from Geraldton, WA, won $100,000 on a Scratch ’n’ Win ticket and are celebrating by traveling to Adelaide to watch the Fremantle Dockers play Port Adelaide. They expressed disbelief at their win, recalling a previous smaller jackpot, and plan to treat their grown children to dinner to celebrate their good fortune. Want More Context? 🔎

Three new victims of the 9/11 terror attacks have been identified by New York City officials, including Ryan Fitzgerald, Barbara Keating, and an unnamed woman, bringing the total identified victims to 1,653. Despite the passage of nearly 25 years, efforts continue to identify the remaining victims, with approximately 1,100 still unidentified. Want More Context? 🔎

Donald Trump has softened his stance on meeting Vladimir Putin without Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as Putin expressed hope for a summit next week amid impending U.S. sanctions on Russia. While the White House is exploring meeting details, the likelihood of a Zelenskyy-Putin meeting remains uncertain, raising concerns of Ukraine being excluded from negotiations. Want More Context? 🔎

A gunman in northeastern Pennsylvania shot and killed his neighbor, Laurie Wasko, before ambushing responding state troopers, injuring two. The suspect, Carmine Faino, was later shot dead by law enforcement after he posed a continued threat; the injured troopers and an EMT are in stable condition, with one officer credited for applying a tourniquet to his partner. Want More Context? 🔎

HRW Report on Israeli Attacks in GazaHuman Rights Watch reported that Israel has used US-made bombs to attack UN-run schools in Gaza, resulting in at least 49 civilian deaths, predominantly women and children. The organization urged a halt to arms transfers to Israel, citing violations of international law and the extensive destruction of educational facilities amidst an ongoing military campaign that has killed over 61,100 people in Gaza since October 2023. Want More Context? 🔎