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Ukrainian drones attacked Russian fuel tankers in the Sea of Azov and also hit a fuel terminal in the part of Crimea controlled by Russia. These strikes are part of Ukraine’s ongoing efforts to target Russian energy facilities.
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Ukrainian drones targeted Russian fuel tankers in the Sea of Azov.
A fuel terminal in Russian-occupied Crimea was also attacked by Ukrainian drones.
These attacks are focused on disrupting Russian energy infrastructure.
The incidents are part of continuing military actions by Ukraine.
The Sea of Azov and Crimea are strategic regions involved in the conflict.
Energy infrastructure includes facilities like fuel tankers and terminals that store or move fuel.
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Hamas has announced it will dissolve its government in Gaza and transfer power to a new Palestinian technocratic group called the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG). This change is part of a US-backed peace effort but Israel still controls much of Gaza and the fighting continues.
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Hamas governed Gaza for nearly 20 years before deciding to dissolve its government.
Power will be transferred to the NCAG, a group made up of Palestinian technical experts.
The NCAG was created as part of a US and UN peace plan to manage Gaza temporarily.
Israel has not yet allowed the NCAG members to enter Gaza, so they are based in Cairo.
Hamas says only technical staff will remain to keep daily services running in Gaza.
Since the ceasefire in October 2025, over 1,000 people have died in Gaza, with total deaths from the conflict reaching over 73,000 since October 2023.
Israel controls about 70% of Gaza, limiting movement and aid access.
The NCAG reports to a peace board chaired by President Donald Trump and to the UN Security Council.
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Explosions happened near a hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying during his visit to Syria. At least 18 people were injured, but the blasts did not stop Macron’s meetings with Syrian officials aimed at improving relations and economic recovery.
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Two bombs exploded near the Four Seasons hotel in Damascus, wounding at least 18 people.
Macron was meeting Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the presidential palace when the explosions occurred.
The Four Seasons hotel hosts UN staff and foreign diplomats and is heavily guarded.
Macron’s visit is the first by a major western leader since the toppling of Bashar al-Assad in December 2024.
Macron plans to sign agreements to encourage investment in Syria’s struggling economy.
Syrian authorities are investigating who planted the bombs, which included one device in a trash bin and another in a parked car.
Syria has faced recent attacks from armed groups, including Islamic State, with violence increasing in Damascus after a period of calm.
About 90% of Syrians live in poverty, and the country’s infrastructure and basic services are severely damaged from years of war.
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The UK High Court will decide on Tuesday a privacy lawsuit brought by Prince Harry and other public figures against the publisher of the Daily Mail. They accuse the publisher of illegally getting private information over many years, while the newspapers deny the claims.
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Prince Harry, Elton John, and five others sued Associated Newspapers, owner of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday.
The lawsuit covers alleged privacy violations from the early 1990s to the 2010s.
Prince Harry testified in court in January, the first royal to do so in 130 years.
He said the Daily Mail made his wife Meghan’s life very difficult.
The newspapers say their information came from lawful sources like friends and royal staff.
The case involves tens of millions of pounds in potential costs and damages.
This is Prince Harry’s third legal case against the British press; he previously won cases against Rupert Murdoch’s newspapers and the Mirror Group.
The High Court decision is expected at 1:00 PM GMT on Tuesday.
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Comedian Alan Carr bought Ayton Castle in the Scottish Borders. He auctioned off hundreds of unwanted items from the castle, but kept one concrete cow sculpture that did not sell.
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Alan Carr recently bought Ayton Castle in the Scottish Borders, Scotland.
An auction was held to sell unwanted items left in the castle by Carr and the previous owners.
Items included furniture, paintings, textiles, and folk art sculptures called the Branxton Cement Menagerie.
The concrete cow sculpture was the only item that did not sell at the auction.
The cow sculpture will be kept by Alan Carr as a souvenir.
The auction raised about £100,000 for the previous castle owners.
The highest price paid at the auction was £24,000 for a Bentley car.
The Branxton sculptures sold for about £28,000 in total.
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A man named Mohammed Mêrko noticed a small, painless lump on his knee at age 15. Over several years, the lump grew rapidly and was diagnosed as a rare bone cancer called chondrosarcoma, leading to surgery and eventually amputation of his lower leg to stop severe pain and improve his quality of life.
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Mohammed Mêrko found a small lump on his knee at age 15, initially painless and the size of a grape.
Doctors first thought it was a bone overgrowth, but delays due to COVID-19 slowed treatment.
The lump grew quickly, doubling in size every six months, eventually becoming very large and painful.
Tests revealed the lump was chondrosarcoma, a rare type of bone cancer.
Initial surgery did not fully remove the tumor, causing it to return and grow more.
Mêrko’s pain and limited movement worsened, severely affecting his ability to walk and his mental health.
He tried alternative treatments but the tumor grew larger, leading him to choose amputation in March 2026.
Despite initial fears, Mêrko views the amputation as a positive step toward recovery and a better life.
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Two explosions happened in central Damascus near where French President Emmanuel Macron was visiting, injuring 18 people. Syrian security said the bombs went off after they found them and tried to remove them; authorities are investigating the incident.
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French President Macron is the first European leader to visit Syria since President Bashar al-Assad was ousted in 2024.
Two explosions occurred near the Ministry of Tourism and the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus.
Eighteen people, including four police officers, were injured in the blasts.
The explosions happened shortly after Macron’s convoy left the hotel for a meeting with Syria’s new President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Syrian officials said the bombs exploded outside Macron’s secured area and did not directly threaten him.
No group has claimed responsibility for the bombings.
Experts believe the attack targeted President Macron’s delegation using timed improvised explosive devices.
Earlier that week, a bomb killed at least 10 people at a café in Damascus.
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French President Emmanuel Macron visited Damascus and said that France supports Syria. Both leaders want to bring more investment to help Syria rebuild, despite ongoing security problems highlighted by nearby explosions during Macron’s visit.
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President Macron made a historic visit to Damascus, Syria.
He declared that France stands by Syria’s side.
The visit included talks with Syrian official Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Both sides hope to attract more investment for Syria’s reconstruction.
Security remains a major concern due to recent explosions near Macron’s hotel.
The visit aims to improve relations between Europe and Syria.
The attacks appeared to try to discourage normal business and diplomatic activities.
Syria seeks to rebuild its economy and infrastructure after years of war.
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Israeli police are investigating after a video showed an officer throwing a stun grenade into a car carrying young Palestinians during a raid in the West Bank. The officer has been suspended while the investigation is ongoing. During the same raid, a 16-year-old Palestinian boy was killed and others were injured.
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CCTV footage showed an Israeli border police officer throwing a stun grenade into a car with Palestinian youths.
The officer shouted orders at the car’s occupants and closed the door as a grenade was thrown inside.
The stun grenade exploded, creating smoke and causing the passengers to flee; the officer appeared to fire his rifle afterward.
Israeli police said the officer did not follow proper procedures and suspended him pending investigation.
During the same raid, a 16-year-old Palestinian boy was shot dead and three others wounded.
Two Palestinian children were also injured by gunfire during this incident, according to the Palestinian health ministry.
A four-month-old Palestinian baby died after Israeli forces allegedly blocked his family from crossing a checkpoint to get medical help; the Israeli military denied this claim.
Since 2020, more than 1,175 Palestinian civilians have been killed in the West Bank, including many children, with no charges filed for these deaths.
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Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is facing an impeachment trial in the Senate on charges including threatening President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. She expects the public trial to be tough but said she will not give up. The trial started after the House of Representatives impeached her in May.
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Sara Duterte is the Vice President of the Philippines and a lawyer and politician.
She was impeached by the House of Representatives, mostly allies of President Marcos.
The trial is held by the 24-member Philippine Senate acting as an impeachment court.
One main charge involves Duterte allegedly threatening to have the president and others killed if she were harmed.
Videos presented show her making violent statements and saying she was serious, not joking.
Duterte has denied the charges, calling them political persecution.
Other accusations include corruption, bribery, misuse of confidential funds, and inciting sedition.
Duterte and President Marcos were originally running mates in the 2022 elections but are now politically opposed.
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French President Emmanuel Macron visited Damascus on July 7, 2026, and held a press conference with Syrian official Ahmed Al-Charaa. The visit took place shortly after two bomb explosions occurred near Macron's hotel in Damascus.
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Emmanuel Macron made a rare visit to Damascus, Syria.
The visit included a meeting with Syrian official Ahmed Al-Charaa at the People's Palace.
Two bombs exploded near Macron's hotel during his stay in Damascus.
The visit was described as high-risk and landmark because of the security situation.
Macron spoke publicly after the explosions.
The visit aims to encourage Syria’s rehabilitation and attract foreign investors despite ongoing security challenges.
The bombings may be an attempt to disrupt the "business as usual" approach during the visit.
The article references broader Middle East issues, including Ukraine and Iran, but focuses on Syria and Macron’s visit.
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Iran’s top diplomat said the country will not continue peace talks with the U.S. if threats continue, following President Trump’s warning that the U.S. would “finish the job” if no deal is reached. Meanwhile, a tanker was hit by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran is holding a large funeral for its slain former supreme leader.
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Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said negotiations will not resume if threats persist.
President Trump warned that the U.S. will "finish the job" if Iran does not make a deal, referring to the conflict between the countries.
A tanker traveling through the Strait of Hormuz was struck by a projectile and caught fire; the British navy reported the incident.
Iranian state TV said the tanker ignored warnings from Iranian forces but did not claim responsibility for the attack.
The Strait of Hormuz is a major route where a fifth of the world’s oil and natural gas passes.
Iran is currently holding a week-long funeral in Qom for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a strike on the first day of the war.
NATO leaders began a summit in Turkey where President Trump is expected to urge allies to increase defense spending.
President Trump has expressed frustration over U.S. allies not joining the war against Iran started by the U.S. and Israel on February 28.
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Zimbabwean football player Divine Lunga survived a gun attack while driving in Johannesburg, South Africa. The attacker fired at his car, possibly thinking Lunga was an undercover police officer, but Lunga was not hurt.
Key Facts
Divine Lunga is a 31-year-old footballer from Zimbabwe.
He plays for Zimbabwe’s national team and the South African club Mamelodi Sundowns.
The shooting happened in the Hillbrow area of Johannesburg on Sunday.
Lunga was driving with his younger brother when someone shot at their car.
The attacker might have mistaken Lunga for an undercover police officer.
South African police are investigating the incident as attempted murder.
No one has been arrested yet.
South Africa has a high crime and murder rate.
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A 12-year-old dog who loves vanilla ice cream is featured in a story that says his love of ice cream helped save his life. The news segment was shared by ABC News.
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The dog is 12 years old.
He has a strong liking for vanilla ice cream.
His ice cream preference is linked to an improvement or saving of his life.
The story was reported by ABC News correspondent Danny New.
The article includes other live news streams and headlines but focuses on this dog's story.
The news aired on July 7, 2026.
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French President Emmanuel Macron visited Syria's leader Ahmed al-Sharaa before a NATO summit to discuss Syria's reconstruction and security. Western leaders are focusing on whether al-Sharaa can improve security inside Syria and in the surrounding region.
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Emmanuel Macron visited Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa on July 7, 2026.
The visit took place before a NATO summit.
Macron and al-Sharaa are expected to sign contracts aimed at rebuilding Syria.
Security remains the main concern both within Syria and in the wider region.
Western leaders are testing al-Sharaa's ability to handle security challenges.
The situation in Syria affects regional stability and international relations.
There have been explosions near Macron’s hotel during the visit, highlighting security risks.
Syria aims to attract foreign investors for reconstruction efforts despite ongoing security issues.
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Severe storms and flooding threatened about 60 million people from Ohio to Massachusetts on Tuesday. The weather caused damage and disrupted normal activities in several states in the Northeast and surrounding areas.
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About 60 million people were at risk of flooding from Ohio through Virginia to Massachusetts.
The flooding threat occurred on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
The storms also brought dangerous heat to the Southern United States.
Severe weather caused damage such as a roof collapse in New Jersey.
Over 200 people were rescued from strong rip currents off the East Coast.
Multiple emergency situations happened, including fires and shootings unrelated to the storms.
The storms and flooding affected a large part of the Northeast region and nearby states.
Authorities issued warnings to help people prepare for flash floods.
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Two bombs exploded near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying in Damascus, injuring at least 18 people. Syrian official Ahmed al-Sharaa says Syria faces major security challenges but is trying to attract foreign investors to help rebuild the country after years of war.
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Two bombs went off in central Damascus near President Macron's hotel.
At least 18 people were wounded in the explosions.
The attacks occurred during Macron’s visit to Syria.
Ahmed al-Sharaa is a Syrian official involved in talks about investment.
Syria is trying to improve security to encourage foreign investment.
The country is focused on rebuilding after a long war.
The attacks seem designed to disrupt normal activities during the visit.
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A woman named Courtney Gartshore is on trial in Aberdeen, Scotland. She is accused of causing the death of her three-month-old baby daughter, Dahlia-Rose, by exposing her to heat from a hairdryer and neglect while under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
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Courtney Gartshore is 27 years old and faces charges at the High Court in Aberdeen.
Dahlia-Rose Gartshore allegedly died from serious heat exposure caused by a hairdryer on September 30, 2023.
Gartshore is accused of culpable homicide, meaning causing death by reckless actions.
She is also charged with wilfully neglecting her daughter on September 29 and 30, 2023.
Prosecutors claim Gartshore drank alcohol, took the drug mephedrone, and co-slept with the baby while intoxicated.
The living conditions were said to be unsanitary, with soiled nappies and spoiled food found in the home.
Gartshore is also accused of possessing mephedrone and cocaine.
The trial is expected to last about 10 days.
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NATO has become stronger and better armed in recent years, partly due to pressure from President Donald Trump for European countries to spend more on defense. Despite improvements, political tensions and doubts about U.S. commitments could threaten the alliance’s progress as leaders meet at the NATO summit in Ankara.
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NATO allies spent only 1.4% of their GDP on defense in 2014, too low to maintain military strength.
Russia invaded Ukraine in 2014 and again in 2022, highlighting NATO’s need to improve defense capabilities.
President Trump pushed European countries to increase defense spending, raising it to 2.3% of GDP by 2025.
The U.S. share of NATO defense spending dropped from 70% in 2022 to 62% in 2025 as European countries spent more.
Public trust in the U.S. as a NATO ally has decreased, with only 11% in Europe viewing America as an ally in a 2025 survey.
Trump’s threats to withdraw protection from allies who don’t meet spending targets have caused political tension in NATO.
Despite stronger military spending, NATO still faces a political test to maintain unity and trust among members.
The NATO summit in Ankara is focused on preserving the alliance’s recent gains and ensuring the U.S. commitment remains firm.
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President Donald Trump plans to visit Turkey for the NATO summit and is considering allowing Turkey back into the F-35 fighter jet program. However, many Republicans and Israel oppose this because Turkey still uses Russian air defense systems.
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President Trump is traveling to Turkey for the NATO summit.
He is thinking about reversing the decision to keep Turkey out of the F-35 program.
The F-35 program involves advanced fighter jets used by NATO countries.
Turkey has Russian-made air defense systems installed.
Republicans in the U.S. are pushing back against Turkey’s return to the F-35 program.
Israel also opposes Turkey rejoining due to security concerns.
The conflict is about balancing NATO unity and security risks involving Russia.
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