Hamas official killed in Israeli drone strike in Sidon
Samer al-Hajj, a Hamas security official for Ain al-Hilweh refugee camp, was killed in a drone strike in Sidon, Lebanon, on 9 August 2024. The attack also injured two civilians.
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Stormont recalls Assembly over Belfast anti-immigration protest violence
Stormont is recalled for a special session to address violence following an anti-immigration protest in Belfast, with ministers condemning racism and criminal damage.
Belfast protest sees anti-immigration and anti-racism demonstrators separated by police
Protesters and counter-protesters faced off in Belfast, leading to a café on Botanic Avenue being damaged. Fireworks were thrown during the demonstration, and police reported criminal damage treated as hate crimes.
Starmer announces national riot response unit
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a national capability to address violent disorder, following unrest in Southport, Hartlepool, and Whitehall. He attributed the disturbances to far-right involvement and urged social media platforms to act against misinformation.
Craigavon station and airport rail links recommended in final rail review
The final report of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review recommends a new station at Craigavon and airport rail links, with 32 recommendations and a projected 25-year implementation timeline.
Al Jazeera Arabic journalist Ismail al-Ghoul and his cameraman are killed in an Israeli airstrike while conducting a news broadcast near Ismail Haniyeh's home in the…
Al Jazeera Arabic journalist Ismail al-Ghoul and his cameraman are killed in an Israeli airstrike while conducting a news broadcast near Ismail Haniyeh's home in the Gaza Strip.