A comprehensive report, compiled by Physicians for Human Rights and the Organization for Justice and Accountability in the Horn of Africa (OJAH), documents widespread sexual violence perpetrated by Ethiopian and Eritrean soldiers in Tigray. The research, based on medical records, health worker surveys, and interviews, reveals systematic attacks including mass rape, sexual slavery, forced pregnancy, and sexual torture, targeting women and children. These atrocities were often intended to destroy the fertility of Tigrayan women. This report concludes that these acts constitute crimes against humanity and calls for international investigation into potential acts of genocide.
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The Russian military is deliberately targeting civilian gatherings and infrastructure in Kharkiv Oblast, according to regional governor Oleh Syniehubov. Recent attacks include a strike on a warehouse in Vasyshcheve that resulted in casualties and additional strikes on Shevchenkivskyi and Slobidskyi districts of Kharkiv. Kupiansk, a city of logistical importance, was also hit, causing both fatalities and injuries, while Novoplatonivka was attacked while civilians were waiting for humanitarian aid. Kharkiv Oblast, bordering Russia, continues to face relentless attacks from Russian forces.
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During a virtual event with Finland, President Zelensky advocated for regime change in Russia, arguing it is the only solution to prevent future destabilization of neighboring countries. He emphasized that Russia must be coerced into ending the war it started, suggesting the confiscation of frozen Russian assets in the West as a means to achieve this. Zelensky’s comments followed unsuccessful direct talks between Kyiv and Moscow and were made after a devastating overnight attack on Kyiv. While Western nations have been hesitant to fully confiscate Russian assets due to legal and financial stability concerns, Zelensky pushed for their use in supporting Ukraine.
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The Scottish government has approved SSE Plc’s plans for the Berwick Bank wind farm, which, upon completion, will be the world’s largest offshore wind farm. Situated off the eastern coast of Scotland, the 4.1-gigawatt project has been in development for a decade. This significant milestone allows SSE to participate in the upcoming government wind auction in August, with the potential to power 6 million homes.
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The ABC has requested Israel to allow international journalists independent access to Gaza, citing the importance of on-the-ground reporting. Since the October 7th attack, access has been blocked, preventing independent reporting, despite the ABC’s prior presence. This comes as numerous news organizations express deep concern for journalists in Gaza, facing starvation and dire living conditions while trying to report on the conflict. Several news outlets, including the BBC and AFP, have also issued urgent calls for Israel to permit journalists’ safe passage out of Gaza and facilitate the entry of international reporters.
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Following the controversial vote, President Zelenskyy swiftly enacted the new law. The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has charged numerous current and former MPs with corruption, with a significant number still serving in parliament. Despite this, some prominent figures, such as Yulia Tymoshenko, defended the vote, alleging that NABU and SAP were tools of foreign influence. Tymoshenko argued the bill was not about corruption, but rather about preventing external control of Ukraine, echoing a narrative similar to Russia’s justification for its invasion.
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A recent column published by the Russian state-run media outlet RIA Novosti called for the extermination of all Ukrainians, marking a significant escalation in Russia’s dehumanizing war propaganda. The article, penned by Kirill Strelnikov, denies Ukrainian humanity and repeats Kremlin propaganda lines, portraying Ukrainians as expendable pawns of the West. This rhetoric contradicts the reality of a population defending its sovereignty against an unprovoked invasion and echoes a long-standing Kremlin narrative designed to deny Ukraine’s right to exist, further solidifying Russia’s genocidal framing of the conflict. The outlet and the author have previously been known to spread disinformation.
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Reports from a hospital indicate that over 50 Palestinians were killed and hundreds injured while seeking food aid near a crossing in northern Gaza, coinciding with the arrival of US envoy Steve Witkoff in Israel. The Hamas-run Civil Defence agency alleges Israeli forces fired at crowds gathered near aid lorries, while the Israeli military claims they fired “warning shots” and are unaware of any casualties. The incident occurred amid a dire humanitarian situation, with the UN reporting mass starvation and Israel controlling aid entry, despite implementing measures to facilitate aid distribution. Despite these measures, reports from the scene indicate that the situation remains critical, with many dead and injured from the event, including reports from al-Shifa hospital and other sources.
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President Trump has expressed intentions to potentially abandon a trade deal with Canada due to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state. This announcement follows Trump’s ongoing tariff negotiations with Canada, which were initially constructive before this shift in foreign policy. Carney’s decision, inspired by similar moves from British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, is predicated on specific conditions for the Palestinian Authority. The United States has already brokered a trade agreement with the United Kingdom, while the recent shift in the support for Palestinian statehood has introduced uncertainty into the future.
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