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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his wartime leadership, claiming a hostage deal is within reach. Demonstrators gathered outside his home in Jerusalem, protesting the government’s handling of the hostage crisis.

A journalist visited Portland, Oregon, and found a city where far-left politics dominate, with residents dismissing urban decay and social issues as normal. The city’s growing divide between affluent neighborhoods and neglected areas raises concerns about growing political conformity enforced by local authorities.

The right-wing ANO (YES) party, led by Andrej Babis, has won about 35% of the parliamentary vote, undermining Czech support for Ukraine. Babis has rejected accusations of being anti-EU, insisting he wants to ‘save’ the bloc.

Ukraine has intensified its use of long-range drones to strike Russia’s Sochi resort, a popular summer destination on the Black Sea. The increased drone activity has led to more frequent disruptions for residents and visitors, signaling a strategic shift in Ukraine’s approach to military operations against Russian territory.

Poland has deployed troops to its borders with Germany and Lithuania, extending border controls until April 2026. The measure follows a rise in illegal immigration, with nearly 25,000 attempted crossings recorded on the Polish-Belarusian border this year.

Andrej Babis, leader of the ANO party, leads the Czech parliamentary election with 39.7% of the vote, promising to cut Ukrainian military aid. His conservative stance contrasts with Prime Minister Petr Fiala’s support for Kyiv.

Russian drone attacks on passenger trains in Sumy region result in one death and multiple injuries. The strikes near Ukraine’s frontline indicate escalating conflict intensity.

The Israeli military has been ordered to halt its Gaza City offensive following U.S. President Donald Trump’s push for a ceasefire and hostage release plan. The move comes after Hamas partially agreed to Trump’s proposal, which includes releasing hostages within 72 hours of an operational pause.

Polls suggest that former Prime Minister Andrej Babis is likely to return to power, signaling a shift in Central Europe’s stance toward Euroskepticism. His opposition to Ukraine aid and alignment with Hungary’s Viktor Orbán could further distance the region from Brussels.

Broadcast networks have long been accused of bias in attributing government shutdowns to Republicans, despite Democratic actions. The article highlights this pattern, from the Clinton-Gingrich era to recent events, showing how media outlets often amplify Democratic narratives while marginalizing Republican responses.

Iran executed six prisoners Saturday, accusing them of carrying out attacks on behalf of Israel in the country’s oil-rich southwest, a report by The Associated Press and Iranian news agency Mizan stated. The move follows the 12-day Iran-Israel war in June, which ended with Tehran vowing to target its enemies.

Japan is on track to get its first female prime minister after the leading conservative party elected Sanae Takaichi as its new leader. Takaichi, the former economic security minister of Japan, beat Agriculture Minister Shinjiro Koizumi in a runoff.

Israel has accepted Trump’s proposal for a prisoner swap with Hamas, which includes the immediate release of hostages in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners and the establishment of a transitional government in Gaza. The plan aims to end the conflict by halting military operations in Gaza and establishing a non-terrorist state.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has urged the population to accept painful reforms to prevent further decline, emphasizing the need for structural changes to preserve national stability. The call aligns with similar sentiments from French President Macron, who urged Europe to embrace difficult choices amid economic challenges.

Hamas has announced its readiness to release all 250 Israeli hostages captured during the October 7, 2023 attack as part of a potential ceasefire agreement. The group also expressed a willingness to hand over Gaza’s governance to an independent Palestinian body, aligning with aspects of the Trump-administered ceasefire plan.

Ibragim Suleimanov, a prominent Moscow businessman, has been arrested in connection with alleged contract killings that date back decades. The arrest follows the testimony of an alleged gunman who has implicated him in the crimes.

Spain’s leftist government, led by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, has pledged to enshrine the right to abortion in the country’s constitution, following a dispute over Madrid’s city council decision to promote information on ‘post-abortion syndrome’. The move requires a three-fifths parliamentary majority and seeks to prevent the dissemination of ‘misleading’ information about abortion.

Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized the importance of restoring full-fledged relations with the United States as a national interest for Russia. US Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna supported this stance, agreeing that the two nations should work towards becoming great trade partners.

During a violent synagogue attack on Yom Kippur in Manchester, police accidentally shot one of the victims while trying to stop the attacker. The incident led to a call for restraint and respect among the public, highlighting the tension between security and community sensitivity.

Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has warned Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky to show respect for Hungary, highlighting the country’s influence over EU aid to Ukraine. The dispute follows Zelensky’s criticism of Hungary’s continued purchase of Russian oil, intensifying tensions between the two nations.

Kyiv’s state-owned gas operator reported that Russia launched its largest-ever attack on gas facilities, targeting the Kharkiv and Poltava regions with approximately 35 missiles and 60 drones. The attack has raised concerns about the security of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.

Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban has declared the nation will not tie its fate to Ukraine’s, rejecting its EU and NATO membership bids. Orban criticized EU policies for inflicting economic harm on countries, arguing against binding Hungarians’ future to Ukrainians’ amid the ongoing war.