June 27, 2025
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White House pushes for major reductions in funding for war crimes investigations, including those focused on Ukraine and Myanmar

WASHINGTON, June 27 — The White House has proposed ending U.S. funding for nearly two dozen global war crimes and accountability programs, including initiatives focused on Myanmar, Syria, and alleged Russian atrocities in Ukraine, according to three U.S. sources and internal government documents reviewed by Reuters.‍

June 27, 2025
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WHO delivers first medical aid to Gaza in almost four months, warns it’s merely ‘a drop in the ocean’

GENEVA, June 27 — The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Thursday that it had delivered its first shipment of medical aid to Gaza since March 2, but warned the delivery was merely “a drop in the ocean.”‍

June 26, 2025
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Trump: US to begin nuclear talks with Iran next week following ‘obliterating’ strikes

ISTANBUL, June 26 — US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that nuclear talks with Iran are likely to begin next week, and he expects to seek a commitment from Tehran to abandon its nuclear ambitions — crediting recent US airstrikes for ending the war with Iran.‍

June 26, 2025
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Club World Cup: Dortmund edge past Ulsan in scorching Cincinnati to lead Group F, Fluminense advance as well

CINCINNATI, June 26 — A first-half strike from Daniel Svensson was enough to hand Borussia Dortmund a 1-0 win over Ulsan HD on Wednesday, securing the German side a spot in the last 16 of the Club World Cup.

June 26, 2025
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Study warns of deadly consequences as childhood vaccination rates decline, putting millions at risk amid resurgence of measles and polio.

PARIS, June 26 — A new study has warned that global efforts to vaccinate children against life-threatening diseases are losing ground due to widening economic inequality, the lingering impact of Covid-19 disruptions, and the spread of vaccine misinformation — placing millions of lives at risk.‍

June 25, 2025
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Neymar extends contract with Santos, sets sights on Brazil World Cup return

SAO PAULO, June 25 — Neymar has extended his contract with Brazilian club Santos until the end of 2025, as he aims to regain top form ahead of next year’s World Cup.‍