Mercury to hit 50 in parts of Iraq

Mercury to hit 50 in parts of Iraq

Temperatures across parts of Iraq are expected to top 50 degrees Celsius on Thursday. Iraq’s meteorology and seismology organisation announced that temperatures are set to reach 50 degrees Celsius, prompting a public holiday on Thursday in several provinces. William Denselow reports from Baghdad. Thursday is a workday in Iraq; however, public offices and most businesses are closed on Friday and Saturday. According to the organization’s forecasts, eight provinces will […]

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NATO addresses Ukraine membership

NATO leaders have promised an 'irreversible path' towards Ukraine's membership of the military alliance. At a leaders' summit in Washington, the US confirmed American-built F16 fighter jets are being transferred to Ukraine from Denmark and the Netherlands. It marks Keir Starmer's first international summit as UK Prime Minister - and he also held talks at the White House with President Biden.

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Japan investigates intrusion into Chinese waters

Japan is investigating how one of its destroyers intruded into Chinese waters. The Maritime Self Defense Force vessel Suzutsuki was monitoring war drills when it entered Chinese territory without permission last week. Chris Gilbert reports

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Modi back in New Delhi after Russia And Austria visits

The US says it has twice this week expressed 'concerns about India's relationship with Russia' to New Delhi. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is now back in New Delhi after a two-nation tour of Russia and Austria this week. Neha Poonia has more.

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US President Joe Biden Clings on to Democratic Support

US President Joe Biden is clinging on to his political future despite intense pressure not to run for re-election, even as Democrats consider calls for him to bow out. One Democratic Senator has suggested Donald Trump might be on track to claim the presidency "in a landslide", and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has hardly given him a ringing endorsement. Mitch McCann reports:

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US lawmakers to vote on bill banning non-citizens casting ballot

US lawmakers on Wednesday are voting on a bill banning non-citizens from taking part in federal elections - something which is already illegal. The SAVE Act would mandate voters to prove their citizenship in order to cast their ballot. Democrats call the measure unnecessary and designed to sow distrust among voters. Sally Patterson has more.

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More than 1.6m still without power in Texas as temperatures soar

Frustrations flare in Texas as 1.6 million customers are still without power, three days after Hurricane Beryl slammed into the Gulf Coast. The heat index is set to soar to 105F. President Biden is accusing state officials of dragging their feet on requesting federal assistance. Toni Waterman has more.

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UN condemns Russia’s latest attack on Ukraine hospitals

United Nations Emergency Relief Coordinator, Joyce Msuya, has condemned the latest Russian attacks on Ukraine. Missile strikes across Ukraine killed 38 people on Monday, including four children. Msuya further noted that the recent incidents were part of a “deeply concerning pattern of systematic attacks” harming healthcare and other civilian infrastructure across Ukraine. The strikes also destroyed two of the country’s main specialist hospitals for children and women. The UN’s […]

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India-Austria to discuss trade And investments during Modi’s trip

India and Austria are likely to talk trade, investments and closer cooperation on green energy during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit on Wednesday. It's the first visit by an Indian PM to the Central European nation in 40 years. Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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