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Israel claims it killed Mohammed Odeh, Hamas's military leader in Gaza, in an air strike. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz wrote on X, "The commander of Hamas terror organisation's military arm number 4 in Gaza was eliminated yesterday". This happened as a fragile ceasefire is strained, with reports of destruction and casualties in Gaza City.
Cuban migrants, once safe from deportation, are now stuck in Mexico. The US is making it tough for Cubans, sending many back. Mexico has seen over 4,300 Cuban deportees in a year. This shows how US actions are affecting people trying to find a better life.
Ken Paxton won the Texas Republican Senate primary, beating Senator John Cornyn. Trump backed Paxton, calling him "a true MAGA warrior." This win adds to Trump-backed candidates' success. Cornyn, a long-time senator, is the first Texas Republican to lose his party's nomination for re-election. Paxton celebrated, saying Trump's endorsement is "the most powerful force in politics."
Poland and the UK are signing a new defence treaty to work together against Russia. Polish PM Donald Tusk said, "our cooperation should be focused on securing Poland and other countries against the Russian threat." This deal will boost their defence and cybersecurity efforts, especially with growing worries across Europe.
Israel announced it killed Hamas' new armed wing chief, Mohammad Odeh, in Gaza on Tuesday. This comes after they killed his predecessor. Israel said Odeh was involved in the October 7 attack and was appointed about a week ago. They are also increasing pressure in Gaza and Lebanon.
Andy Burnham claims a growth miracle in Greater Manchester, but many areas missed out. The boom mostly helped wealthier parts, leaving swathes of the region's 3 million people behind. He said, "we are eyeing growth" for all. This shows uneven progress despite his claims.
Korean stocks have had an amazing year, hitting 100% gains in 2026! This surge is even bigger than the dotcom boom. Companies like SK Hynix and Samsung are leading the way, showing a huge boost for the country's market.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara resigned Tuesday after an internal probe. He got a reprimand for "serious misconduct," specifically deleting a contact during a past investigation. The report found this likely interfered with the probe, showing poor judgment. The mayor said, "Your behavior... has made it extraordinarily difficult for you to continue effectively."
Former President Biden is suing the Justice Department to stop them from releasing tapes of his interviews. He's worried about them getting out to a conservative group and Republicans. This is a big move, as he's trying to block officials from sharing these recordings and transcripts.
Former President Biden is suing the Justice Department to stop them from releasing audio of his private talks from 2016-2017. He says the House committee's request is just a way to get around the law. Biden wants the court to block the release of these recordings, which were made for his book.
Iran feels a "deep suspicion" of America as they ponder a deal to end the war. A lawmaker said, "The fundamental principle is distrust towards America." This comes after Iran accused the US of violating a ceasefire and shooting down a drone. They're trying to agree on things like Strait of Hormuz transit and frozen funds.
Donald Trump's Board of Peace fund is empty, with "zero dollars have been deposited" into the World Bank account. Despite pledges of billions for Gaza, the organization is in limbo. Morocco and UAE funds are being used for specific projects, but the main fund remains untouched.