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Trump says Saudi nuclear deal contingent on recognizing Israel

Trump says Saudi nuclear deal contingent on recognizing Israel

Trump says the US-Saudi nuclear deal hinges on Riyadh joining the Abraham Accords and recognizing Israel

Asia
India student protests keep up pressure on Modi government

India student protests keep up pressure on Modi government

India student protests intensify as CJP demonstrators demand Education Minister Pradhan's resignation, piling pressure on PM Modi's government

Europe
Deadly wildfires force thousands from homes in parts of Europe

Deadly wildfires force thousands from homes in parts of Europe

Wildfires swept parts of Italy, France and Spain this week, killing three firefighters and forcing thousands to flee amid extreme heat and winds

Middle East
Saudi-linked vessel hit in Red Sea as Houthis claim attacks on tankers

Saudi-linked vessel hit in Red Sea as Houthis claim attacks on tankers

Houthis claim missile and drone strikes on Saudi oil tankers Encelia and Layla in the Red Sea, sparking a fire and reviving blockade fears

North America
US House passes record $1.15 trillion defense bill

US House passes record $1.15 trillion defense bill

House Republicans push the $1.15 trillion defense bill through in a razor-thin vote, exposing deep splits over the Iran war