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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni acknowledged a court complaint accusing her and her ministers of complicity in supplying arms to Israel, which some claim contributes to alleged war crimes in Gaza. The complaint, signed by 50 individuals, calls for a formal investigation into genocide charges amid ongoing protests and international legal challenges.
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Mass protests erupted across Italy today, with over 80,000 participants in Milan and Rome, condemning Israel's interception of the Gaza aid flotilla. Demonstrators demand unconditional support for Palestine, release of detained Italians, and sanctions on Israel amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis.
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Israel announced a ceasefire with Hamas after cabinet approval of Trump's plan, leading to troop withdrawals and heavy shelling reports. Palestinians began moving north amid ongoing violence, with questions remaining about disarmament and governance in Gaza. The ceasefire marks a significant step in ending two years of conflict.
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The EU plans to resume its civilian mission at the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt to support a US-brokered ceasefire. The mission, involving police from Italy, Spain, and France, aims to facilitate border crossings and support peace efforts amid ongoing negotiations and recent Israeli and Hamas prisoner releases. The move follows a series of diplomatic developments and ceasefire milestones.
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Haiti has undergone a major security overhaul, creating the Global Stabilization Force (GSF) to dismantle gang networks. The UN-backed force, authorized for 12 months, aims to restore peace through coordinated military, police, and intelligence operations, following recent threats and violence by armed groups.
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Turkey has begun constructing its TF-2000 naval air defense destroyer, part of the Steel Dome multi-layered system, and signed a deal to export a light corvette to Romania. The country is also developing its domestic missile and radar systems amid regional tensions.