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GAZA STRIP: PALESTINE – Israeli forces on Wednesday opened gunfire at a Gaza aid distribution center when Palestinian crowds surged towards the newly opened aid center in the Gaza Strip, injuring at least 47. Ajith Sunghay, the head of the UN human rights office in the occupied Palestinian territories, told an Association of Accredited Correspondents … Read more
FRANCE – The French parliament on Tuesday adopted the assisted dying bill. The bill is now expected to be reviewed by the Senate in the fall and return to parliament in early 2026. The parliament adopted the bill in the first reading. The bill, aimed at “authorizing and supporting a person who has expressed the … Read more
USA – This’ the Russia-Ukraine talks update with new details on the next meeting following the previous direct talks held in Turkey, after which both Russia and Ukraine agreed to submit their terms for a complete ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict before the next talks. Speaking to Fox News, the US envoy for Ukraine Keith … Read more
RUSSIA – On Tuesday, the Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov warned the German Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding his latest remarks about the lifting of restrictions on arms supplied to Kyiv, for use in Ukraine long range strikes in Russia as reported by TASS. Peskov said that Merz “has confused everyone, if not himself,” after the German … Read more
RUSSIA – As the Russia-Ukraine war rages on in its 4th year, Russia claims control of new settlement in Donetsk region in Southeastern Ukraine. This was reported by the Russian Defense Ministry on Tuesday in a statement. According to a Defense Ministry statement, Russian forces captured the village of Stara Mykolaivka, about 15 kilometers (9.3 … Read more
UK – The planned EU joint defense procurement programme adopted $170 billion loan amount for the joint financial tool on Tuesday, aimed at boosting defense equipment production capacity to partner nations. The Security Action for Europe (SAFE) instrument, a new EU financial tool, will support member states in investing in defense industrial production through common … Read more
PALESTINE – The current Gaza war death toll is now at 54,056 since Israel launched its onslaught in October 2023. This was reported by the Palestinian health ministry on Tuesday, May 27. The current situation in Gaza Strip remains of concern as Israel has stepped up its attacks. A ministry statement said that 79 bodies … Read more
RUSSIA – Welcome to The State Signal’s latest updates on Russia-Ukraine war as we explore the latest developments in the conflict as war rages on. Top headlines covered in the news update are: EU Top Diplomat Kaja Kallas Stresses More Pressure on Russia EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas has criticized the recent Russian attacks on … Read more
KENYA – The Juja MP George Koimburi was on Monday May 26, found dumped in a coffee plantation in Kibichoi, Kiambu County after he was reportedly captured by unknown individuals outside a church in Mugutha on Sunday. He was alive and was taken to Plainsview Hospital near Ruiru town for treatment after he appeared to … Read more
MALAYSIA – The 2025 (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) ASEAN summit in Malaysia has kicked off on Monday in Kuala Lumpur, with regional leaders aiming to cover regional as well as global issues. The event began with a traditional ASEAN handshake as the leaders were set to discuss challenges, strategic priorities and efforts to reinforce … Read more
GAZA: PALESTINE – Israeli airstrike hits school in Gaza housing displaced Palestinians on Monday morning, combined with another strike in a residential home, killing at least 49. These air strikes targeted Gaza City and Jabalia, in the northern parts of the Gaza Strip. Speaking to Anadolu Agency, a medical source said that the death toll … Read more
PAKISTAN – A nationwide polio vaccination drive in Pakistan was launched on Monday to curb the growing risk of the disease under heavy security, in a week-long campaign targeting to reach over 45 million children. Health Minister Mustafa Kamal inaugurated the drive—the third one this year—at a ceremony in the capital Islamabad, the Health Ministry … Read more
USA – A South Carolina shooting last night (out around 9.30 pm local time on Sunday), in Little River near the Intracoastal Waterway left at least 11 people injured according to Horry County Police Department. The victims were transported to local hospitals and the number of injured may rise, the department said. Authorities confirmed that … Read more
NIGERIA – A security operation in Shawu forest left 21 Northern Nigeria gang members killed in Katsina State on Friday as security forces conducted a raid targeting the gang’s hideouts. Katsina State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Nasiru Muazu, said a raid was conducted as part of the “Forest Sanity III” Operation in … Read more
UKRAINE – Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that a prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine will start on Sunday (today), aiming at returning around 1,000 prisoners of war held by Russia. In a statement posted late Saturday, Zelenskyy confirmed that 307 more Ukrainian service members – mostly privates and sergeants from the army, as well … Read more
USA – A Hudson River boat blasting on Saturday killed 1 and injured another when an explosion aboard a sewage transport boat operated by the New York city occurred on the docked vessel. The incident happened around 10.30 am local time (1430GMT) near the North River Wastewater Treatment Plant while workers aboard the Hunts Point … Read more
HAITI – A gang attack in Haiti’s town of Preval left at least 50 dead, including children on Friday. According to media reports, the assailants set fire to homes, raided a church and killed civilians in what witnesses described as a massacre. Among the victims was 86-year-old pastor Jocques Brutus, who was reportedly beheaded by … Read more
AUSTRALIA – The New South Wales floods have affected at least 50,000 people while leaving a trail of destruction of 10,000 properties. The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) said on Saturday that it had started damage assessments after conditions eased. “Flood waters in some locations are starting to subside, however are also still rising in … Read more
SOUTH KOREA – US troop withdrawal from South Korea is being considered in the latest released report. This will involve around 4,500 troops considered to be moved to another location in Indo-Pacific region, including Guam. An option being developed by the Pentagon is to pull out roughly 4,500 troops and move them to other locations … Read more
USA – On Thursday, Donald Trump announced the appointment of Bernie Navarro to become the next United States ambassador to Peru. “Bernie is a Highly Respected Leader in Real Estate Finance and Economic Recovery,” Trump said on his Truth Social platform, highlighting Navarro’s service as chairman of the Board of Trustees at Miami Dade College, … Read more