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Sinn Féin unveils 2024 manifesto with fiscal devolution and all-Ireland health plan
Sinn Féin's 2024 election manifesto includes proposals to transfer fiscal powers from Westminster to Stormont and establish an all-Ireland national health service.
Israel and Kosovo agree to allow their citizens reciprocal visa-free travel
Israel and Kosovo agree to allow their citizens reciprocal visa-free travel.
Ukraine experiences rolling blackouts due to Russian attacks on power plants across the country
Ukraine experiences rolling blackouts due to Russian attacks on power plants across the country.
Israel to pause daytime combat in southern Gaza for aid access
Israel's military will implement daily tactical pauses along a southern Gaza route to facilitate humanitarian aid deliveries through the Kerem Shalom crossing, despite political opposition.
Global Peace Summit on Ukraine Concludes Without Unified Agreement
The two-day Global Peace Summit on Ukraine ended without a unified statement, despite high-level attendance and proposed terms for peace.
Honduras to build 20,000-capacity megaprison and designate gang members as terrorists
President Xiomara Castro announced new measures to reduce gang activity, including constructing a 20,000-inmate megaprison and designating gang members as terrorists. The plan follows a national security emergency and rising violence.
US announces $1.5 billion aid package for Ukraine's energy and humanitarian needs
The United States has announced a $1.5 billion aid package for Ukraine, focusing on energy infrastructure and humanitarian support, as part of ongoing international efforts to assist the country amid continued conflict.