Haiti/ 40 victims from the fire on the ship
40 migrants died after the boat they were traveling on caught fire. The serious event happened off the coast of Haiti, in the north of the country. Meanwhile, another 41 people were rescued by the coast guards.
The ship was heading to the Turks and Caicos Islands. It is not yet known what caused the fire, while an official of the area stated that it may have been the result of a ritual. People on the boat lit candles to ask for safe passage, causing the gasoline to catch fire.
Olympic Games/ Russian and Belarusian citizens are denied visas
France refused the visas of about 100 Russian and Belarusian citizens who were interested in attending the Olympic Games, which will be held in Paris this year. The reason for the refusal is related to concerns about espionage. The news was announced by Greald Darman, the interior minister of France.
The Olympic Games will begin on July 26 and run until August 11 and are expected to attract many tourists and visitors from around the globe. However, the risk of cyber and terrorist attacks is still present.
Gaza/ Israel orders the evacuation of Palestinians from a humanitarian zone
The Israeli army ordered Palestinian civilians to be completely evacuated from a humanitarian zone in southern Gaza, ahead of a violent operation against armed groups in the country. The army stated that this operation is the result of numerous terrorist activities coming from the neighborhoods in this area.
After the announcement, the army began to attack the area with rockets. The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry said at least 14 people were killed in the attacks. Among the victims were 6 children and 4 women.
Biden reacts after withdrawing from the race
Joe Biden has spoken out after withdrawing from the US presidential race, saying it was the right thing to do. During a phone conversation with aides and supporters of the Democratic party's election campaign, Biden said that his decision could be surprising and difficult, but it was the right one.
Biden also asked that they express support for Kamala Harris, who must receive the necessary votes to secure the nomination as a presidential candidate to further face Donald Trump.
