UN requests ICJ opinion on legal status of Israeli occupation
The UN General Assembly Fourth Committee adopted a resolution to request the ICJ's opinion on the legal effects of Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories since 1967.
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US to send four Avenger air defense systems to Ukraine
The Pentagon announced a $400 million military aid package to Ukraine, including four AN/TWQ-1 Avenger systems, Stinger missiles, 400 grenade launchers, 100 Humvees, and other equipment.
Taliban spokesman for the Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice says that the group has issued an edict banning women from gyms
A Taliban spokesman for the Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice says that the group has issued an edict banning women from gyms, public parks and fun fairs because people were ignoring segregation orders and women were not wearing hijabs appropriately.
Tropical Storm Nicole makes landfall in Bahamas, causing flooding and outages
Tropical Storm Nicole made landfall in the Bahamas, triggering flooding and power outages in the Abaco Islands. In Florida, Disney World and other resorts closed due to the storm.
Fire at Georgia chemical plant prompts evacuations and injuries
A fire at a chemical plant in Brunswick, Georgia, led to evacuations, explosions, and a firefighter injury. Emergency crews contained the blaze after using foam and water. The cause remains under investigation.
Ten soldiers killed in al-Shabaab attack on Galguduud base
Al-Shabaab militants attacked a military base in Galguduud, Somalia, killing ten soldiers and wounding others, according to military sources.
Georgia's economy surges amid Russian refugee influx
Georgia is experiencing a 10% growth in economic output for 2022 due to an influx of over 100,000 Russians fleeing conflict and mobilisation, boosting consumption and investment.