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Tue, May 19

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T theguardian.com

Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - World • via theguardian.com

Putin's State Visit to Beijing Highlights Growing Sino-Russian Relations

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to arrive in Beijing for a state visit, marking his 25th trip to China, shortly after Donald Trump's departure from the country.

Published 3 days ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Heroic Actions in San Diego Mosque Shooting

Amin Abdullah, a security guard at the Islamic Center of San Diego, is being recognized for his heroic actions during a recent shooting that resulted in three fatalities.

Published 3 days ago • Financial Times - World • via ft.com

Former Spanish PM Zapatero Under Investigation for Corruption

Former Spanish Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero is under investigation for alleged corruption related to the Plus Ultra airline bailout.

Published 3 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

California Mosque Attack and Related Developments

Plus, a North Korean soccer team hits the road. Police said three men affiliated with the Islamic Center, including a security guard credited by authorities with preventing greater bloodshed.

Published 3 days ago • France24 English - Middle East • via france24.com

Trump Pauses Military Action Against Iran at Gulf Allies' Request

President Trump announced he has paused a planned military strike on Iran following requests from Gulf allies, describing ongoing peace talks with Tehran as positive.

G gulf-times.com

Published 3 days ago • Gulf Times - International • via gulf-times.com

WHO Raises Alarm Over Ebola Outbreak in Congo

The World Health Organization has expressed serious concerns regarding the rapid escalation of an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the death toll has reached an estimated 131 individuals.

Published 3 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

Croatian President Rejects New Israeli Ambassador

Croatian President Zoran Milanovic has refused to approve Israel's proposed ambassador, citing disapproval of Israel's actions in Gaza.

A aljazeera.com

Published 3 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

San Diego Mosque Shooting Investigated as Hate Crime

A shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego resulted in three fatalities and is being treated as a possible hate crime by authorities.

Published 3 days ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Shooting at San Diego Mosque Leaves Three Dead

A shooting at a mosque in San Diego has resulted in three fatalities, with authorities suspecting a hate crime motive behind the attack.

T theguardian.com

Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Trump Postpones Planned Attack on Iran Amid Negotiations

President Donald Trump has announced the postponement of a planned military attack on Iran, attributing the decision to requests from Gulf state leaders and ongoing negotiations.

Mon, May 18

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Published 4 days ago • The New York Times - Home Page • via nytimes.com

Trump Delays Military Action Against Iran

President Trump has decided to postpone military strikes against Iran, responding to requests from Gulf leaders for restraint.

Published 4 days ago • France24 English - Health • via france24.com

Ebola Outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo Declared Public Health Emergency

The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo a public health emergency of international concern, as medical personnel respond to a rapidly spreading situation.

Published 4 days ago • BBC News - US & Canada • via bbc.com

Trump Halts Military Action Against Iran at Gulf States' Request

US President Donald Trump has announced he is postponing a planned military attack on Iran following requests from Gulf states, citing ongoing negotiations for a peace deal.

Published 4 days ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Trump Establishes Victim's Fund After Dropping IRS Lawsuit

Former President Donald Trump has withdrawn his lawsuit against the IRS and announced the creation of a significant fund aimed at compensating victims of what he describes as political persecution.

Published 4 days ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Belarus Conducts Joint Nuclear Drills with Russia

Belarus has initiated joint military drills with Russia focused on nuclear weapons deployment, prompting strong reactions from Ukraine and NATO allies.

Published 4 days ago • ABC News - Top Stories • via abcnews.com

Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI Dismissed

A federal jury has ruled against Elon Musk in his lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, stating that the case was filed too late.

Published 4 days ago • DW - Africa • via dw.com

Kenya Faces Deadly Protests Over Fuel Price Hike

Protests in Kenya over a recent fuel price increase have turned deadly, highlighting the country's reliance on imported fuel amid ongoing regional tensions.

G gulf-times.com

Published 4 days ago • Gulf Times - Business • via gulf-times.com

Modest ECB rate hike would limit economic pain, says official

A small European Central Bank (ECB) interest-rate increase could temper inflation without causing economic damage, Governing Council member Yannis Stournaras told Liberal.gr.“A significant but tempora... A small European Central Bank interest-rate increase could temper inflation without causing economic damage, Governing Council member Yannis Stournaras told Liberal.gr.

Published 4 days ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Iran handed US revised peace proposal, says Pakistan

Islamabad, which has been hosting stalled ceasefire talks, said both sides "keep changing their goal posts." Iran demands the release of assets frozen abroad, the lifting of sanctions and control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Published 4 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

Israeli settlers rampage through West Bank under army protection

Israeli settlers launched coordinated attacks across several Palestinian communities in the occupied West Bank under army protection. Israeli settlers drove into a herd of livestock belonging to a Palestinian shepherd in the occupied West Bank.

A aljazeera.com

Published 4 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

What is the UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant, nearly hit by a drone?

The nuclear facility in Abu Dhabi has the capacity to meet one-quarter of the UAE's electricity needs. Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty condemned in the strongest terms the targeting of the vicinity of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE.

Published 4 days ago • ABC News - International • via abcnews.com

Houthi Court Sentences 19 to Death in Yemen

A Houthi-controlled court in Yemen has sentenced 19 individuals to death for allegedly collaborating with the Saudi-led coalition.

A aljazeera.com

Published 4 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Congo

The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has prompted the health minister to take action by visiting affected areas and announcing new treatment centers.

Published 4 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

Narges Mohammadi Discharged from Hospital

Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi has been discharged from the hospital after an 18-day stay following her imprisonment.

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