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Canada, Australia, and the UK have announced recognition of Palestinian statehood, aiming to revive hopes for a two-state solution. The move comes as Israel faces increasing international isolation over its military actions in Gaza, with ongoing conflict and regional tensions escalating. The US and Israel oppose the recognition, citing concerns over Hamas and ongoing war.
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Yuli Edelstein was removed from his committee post after voting in favor of a West Bank annexation bill, which narrowly passed in the Knesset. The move highlights internal party discipline and ongoing debates over Israeli sovereignty, with international and US opposition complicating the process.
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Despite a US-brokered ceasefire, Gaza's humanitarian situation remains dire. Food supplies are insufficient, and thousands of patients await evacuation amid ongoing restrictions and aid blockades. The UN warns of severe malnutrition and medical shortages, with political tensions complicating aid efforts.
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Israeli lawmakers approved a bill to apply Israeli law to the West Bank, seen as a move toward annexation. US officials, including Vice President Vance and Secretary Rubio, condemned the move, emphasizing it could threaten peace efforts and US-Israel relations amid ongoing tensions and international opposition.
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Japanese courts have dismissed lawsuits challenging the constitutionality of the recent Upper House election, despite widening vote-value disparities. The courts urge the Diet to address the issue, with some rulings acknowledging the disparity as problematic but not yet unconstitutional.
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The US and Saudi Arabia have formalized a multi-billion-dollar partnership covering nuclear energy, defense, and AI. President Trump approved a significant arms sale, including F-35 jets, amid ongoing regional diplomacy and a recent UN ceasefire resolution for Gaza. The agreements aim to strengthen strategic ties.