Violent clashes with police erupted near the site of a stabbing attack in the UK that claimed the lives of 3 girls.
In London, far-right protesters, fueled by anger and false online rumors, attacked officers and set a police van on fire outside a mosque in northwest England. The violent crowd was believed to be supporters of the English Defence League, and the unrest was fueled by rumors about the identity of the teenage suspect arrested for the murder. Twenty-two officers and three police dogs were injured in the clash. The prime minister condemned the violence as “thuggery” and stated that the peaceful vigil to mourn the dead had been hijacked by the crowd.
Israel conducted a rare strike in Beirut, targeting a Hezbollah commander allegedly responsible for a rocket attack in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights that killed 12 people. The strike in the Lebanese capital resulted in casualties, including women and children. Hezbollah did not immediately confirm the death of the commander, identified as Fouad Shukur. The strike comes amid escalating tensions with the militant group.
Leadership changes have been made in Project 2025 after criticism from Democrats and Trump. The director of the Heritage Foundation’s vision for overhauling the federal government stepped down, while the project’s president remains committed to its goals. Project 2025 has been a target of scrutiny from Democrats, who view it as an extreme policy blueprint.
Venezuela has increased attacks on the opposition following a disputed presidential election. President Nicolás Maduro was declared the winner by a National Electoral Council loyal to him, sparking accusations of lack of transparency. Calls have been made for the arrest of opposition candidates, further escalating tensions in the country.
The Olympic triathlon events in Paris will proceed as scheduled, with participants swimming in the Seine River. Water quality concerns had led to delays, but tests conducted early Wednesday indicated compliance with safety standards. The decision to hold the events in the Seine is a significant achievement for the city and Olympic organizers.
Rescuers are searching through debris in southern India following landslides that have claimed at least 151 lives. Torrential rains triggered the landslides, causing widespread destruction. Efforts to locate survivors are being hampered by blocked roads and difficult terrain.
At a rally in Georgia, Vice President Kamala Harris challenged Donald Trump to face her in a debate, taunting him for wavering on his participation. Harris addressed a cheering crowd in Atlanta, setting the stage for a contentious election season.
The invitation of Donald Trump to address the National Association of Black Journalists has sparked controversy within the organization. Trump’s acceptance of the invitation has led to internal debates and concerns about his potential use of the platform.
The acting director of the Secret Service expressed shame over the unsecured roof used by a gunman in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. The director also criticized local law enforcement for failing to alert the agency about the gunman’s presence.
Authorities in Washington state have determined that a Tesla involved in a fatal crash was operating on the company’s “Full Self Driving” system. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with no charges filed at this time.
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