British artist David Hockney dies aged 88
British artist David Hockney has died, Le Figaro reports. His agent, Erica Bolton, describes him as “one of the most important figures in modern art of both the 20th and 21st centuries.”
Entertainment
Hamas co-founder Hassan Yousef released by Israel after two years in administrative detention
A prominent Hamas leader in the occupied West Bank was released by Israeli authorities after being detained without trial for two years, his son says.
Conflicts
At least 12 killed in Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon
Israel has carried out new deadly attacks in southern Lebanon, Lebanese media report.
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French singer and actor Patrick Bruel charged with rape
French singer and actor Patrick Bruel has been charged with rape, attempted rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment.
Music
Georgians on trial in Paris for stealing rare Russian literary editions
Seven Georgians are going on trial in Paris on Tuesday, accused of stealing rare editions of Russian literary classics from prestigious French libraries.
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Iran condemns US attacks on radar facilities as flagrant violation of ceasefire
Iran condemns U.S. attacks on radar facilities, calling the raids a flagrant violation of the ceasefire. The Iranian military also responded with missile strikes on U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.
Conflicts
Eight killed in dawn Israeli attacks on Gaza City
At least eight people were killed early Thursday in Israeli attacks on Gaza City, the Hamas-controlled Civil Defense in Gaza told AFP.
Conflicts
FIFA bans reusable water bottles at World Cup stadiums
FIFA has banned bringing reusable water bottles into World Cup stadiums, reports The Athletic.
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Hezbollah rejects announced ceasefire in Lebanon
Israel and Lebanon say they have agreed to a continued ceasefire. But Israel is simultaneously signaling that its military invasion will continue - while the Shiite militia Hezbollah is demanding a ceasefire throughout Lebanon.
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After Trump's threat, EU to reduce US dependence on cloud services
Europe wants to be independent - but doesn't dare to really break up with the US. President Donald Trump's every move is forcing new demands for independence in cloud services and chip purchases.
World politics
Congo-Kinshasa's World Cup preparations halted over Ebola fears
Congo-Kinshasa's planned World Cup qualifier against Chile has been cancelled by the mayor of the Spanish host city, who cited fears of Ebola.
Football
UN: Maintain peacekeeping forces in Lebanon after UNIFIL expires at end of the year
It is crucial that the UN maintain its peacekeeping forces in Lebanon even after its current mission, UNIFIL, expires at the end of the year, Secretary-General António Guterres said on Monday.
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Trump demands Iran deal must meet all his conditions
U.S. President Donald Trump will only approve a deal with Iran if the agreement meets all of his conditions, a White House official told AFP.
World politics
Protest against Israel match as tennis balls thrown onto pitch during Ireland friendly
Ireland is set to face Israel in the Nations League this fall, but the match is being met with protests.
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Zelensky offers Romania help after drone attack
A Russian war drone crossed the border so quickly that Romanian forces did not have time to shoot it down. Two civilians were injured when it crashed into an apartment complex in the city of Galati. The drone was part of a Russian attack on the Odesa area, wrote President Volodymyr Zelenskyy - and he offered Romania help.
Conflicts
Report: UN blacklists Russia for sexual violence in conflict zones
Russia has been blacklisted by the United Nations as a suspected perpetrator of sexual violence in conflict zones, according to a new report seen by AFP.
World
Rival guerrillas fight in Colombia's Amazon region, about 50 killed
Around 50 people were killed when two guerrilla groups clashed in Colombia's Amazon region. Both groups broke away from the FARC after it signed a ceasefire agreement with the government in Bogotá.
World
Israel pushes further into southern Lebanon, expanding ground operations
Israel is expanding its ground operations in southern Lebanon and taking up "strategic positions," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.
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Russia used hypersonic Oreshnik missile in new attack
Russia has carried out extensive drone and missile attacks on several locations in Ukraine, including the capital Kyiv, during the evening and overnight. Four people have been killed. Russia has used the hypersonic missile Oreshnik in the attack.
Conflicts
Court rules Boeing does not have to compensate airlines
A US jury has ruled that aviation giant Boeing is not liable for a customer's lost revenue when its 737 MAX aircraft were grounded.
Business
At least six dead in shooting in southern Turkey near Mersin
At least six people were killed and eight others were injured when a gunman opened fire at several locations in a town in southern Turkey on Monday.
World
Shakira acquitted of tax fraud, gets more than €55 million
The Spanish state must repay more than €55 million to pop star Shakira.
Music
Dick Advocaat returns to Curaçao to lead national team this summer
Dick Advocaat is back in Curaçao. The Dutchman, who led the country to a historic first World Cup, will also lead the team this summer.
Sports
EU and Sweden receive criticism for meeting with Taliban
Deportations to Afghanistan risk costing lives, warns the refugee organization IRC ahead of the upcoming "technical talks" with representatives of the Taliban regime.
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