Israeli strikes kill at least 32 people in Gaza, as Palestinian death toll in war reportedly passes 58,000
Israeli strikes killed at least 32 people in Gaza on Sunday, as the Palestinian death toll surpassed 58,000 after 21 months of war, according to local health officials.
Israel blames Hamas for the civilian casualties because the militant group operates outside populated areas.
Iranian president reportedly injured in Israeli airstrikes
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was reportedly slightly injured during one of Israel's attacks on Iran last month.
The president is said to have suffered leg injuries as he and others fled through an emergency shaft. Now it is reported that Iran is following up on infiltration leads by Israeli agents.
Europe's freedom faces biggest 'threat' since World War II, Macron says
French President Emmanuel Macron has outlined plans for a huge increase in defense spending, warning that Europe's freedom is facing a "greater threat" than at any time since the end of World War II.
In a speech to the armed forces in Paris, he said that "we are living in a crucial moment" due to complex geopolitics.
Referring to the threat from Russia, he denounced "imperialist policies" and "annexing powers."
Climate and terrain complicate efforts to fight fires in Syria
Fires have been raging across northwestern Syria since early July, mainly in mountainous areas that are difficult to reach.
Bringing the flames under control is proving difficult for authorities due to the rugged terrain and the risk of landmines after years of civil war.
