Israeli-controlled Golan Heights hit by deadly rocket strike, raising fears of wider war
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — A rocket strike on a soccer field in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights has resulted in the deaths of at least 12 children and teenagers. This is the deadliest attack on an Israeli target along the country’s northern border since the conflict with Hezbollah began. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is vowing to make Hezbollah pay a heavy price for the attack. Netanyahu is rushing back from the US to handle the situation. In Gaza, an Israeli airstrike on a school sheltering Palestinians has killed at least 30 people, including seven children. Negotiators are preparing to meet for peace talks amid escalating violence in the region.
Donald Trump and JD Vance campaign in Minnesota, a state that has not supported the GOP in over five decades
ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) — Donald Trump and JD Vance held a rally in Minnesota as the presidential campaign enters the final 100-day stretch. Trump is taking a gamble by campaigning in Minnesota, aiming to force Democrats to divert resources to a traditionally ignored state. Vice President Kamala Harris is fundraising in Massachusetts, focusing on building support for the Democratic campaign. In California, firefighters are battling a massive wildfire that has surpassed the size of Los Angeles, with the weather providing some relief to their efforts. Meanwhile, Chinese diplomats are pressuring lawmakers from several countries not to attend a summit in Taiwan, adding to tensions in the region.
Venezuelans vote in crucial election as the country faces economic turmoil
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuelans are participating in a presidential election that could determine the future of their country. The outcome will have significant implications for Venezuela and the broader region, with millions of Venezuelans considering emigration if President Nicolás Maduro wins another term. In Barcelona, authorities are moving to ban short-term rentals to protect housing for residents. Concerns over water quality have led to the cancellation of a triathlon event in Paris ahead of the 2024 Olympics.
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