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Former President Trump announced the creation of a new Board of Peace, aiming to oversee a 20-point plan for Gaza and broader conflicts. He claims the board may replace the UN's role, with initial focus on disarming Hamas and stabilizing Gaza. Several countries, including Russia, have been invited to join.
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Kosovo authorities announced arrests related to election fraud in Prizren, involving over 68,000 ballots. The full recount of December's vote is underway amid fears it will prolong the political deadlock, which has left Kosovo without a budget and at risk of another early election. The ruling party, Vetevendosje, won 51% of votes in December.
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Kosovo's president, Vjosa Osmani, dissolved parliament after opposition boycotted a presidential vote, triggering new elections. The move deepens political instability in the country, which has held three elections in just over a year amid ongoing tensions with Serbia and internal divisions.
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Iraq's national football team secured its first FIFA World Cup appearance since 1986 with a 2-1 victory over Bolivia. The win was celebrated across Iraq and by the Iraqi community in Australia, despite logistical challenges caused by regional conflicts. Coach Graham Arnold received widespread praise for leading the team through adversity.
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Kosovo's Parliament has approved sending troops to the US-backed International Stabilization Force in Gaza. This move marks a shift from being a security consumer to a provider, as Kosovo joins efforts to maintain peace and rebuild Gaza following the ceasefire last year. The deployment is part of Kosovo's broader NATO-aligned military development.
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On April 1, 2026, Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated four-time World Cup champions Italy in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw, ending Italy's streak of World Cup appearances and securing Bosnia's place in the 2026 tournament. Italy's coach Gennaro Gattuso resigned following the loss. The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams across North America, with Bosnia placed in Group B.