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Manchester United are winless in their last two visits to Elland Road.

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Egyptian president pledges military cooperation if requested.

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Israeli drone attacks kill six Palestinians across Gaza despite ceasefire

Attacks hit several areas as UNICEF reports more than 340 children killed since ceasefire negotiations began a year ago.

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Why are Latin American countries building closer ties with Israel?

A wave of new Latin American leaders reverses measures meant to isolate Israel after military operations in Gaza.

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Will the EU come to Ukraine's rescue in war against Russia?

US support at risk as Trump-Zelenskyy relations face new diplomatic hurdles.

INVESTIGATION

Hardline Israeli rabbi ruling on stolen Palestinian olives prompts outcry

A controversial ruling by a hardline West Bank rabbi has been condemned by local human rights monitors.

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Trump faces bipartisan backlash over Russia sanctions waiver

Republicans and Democrats in Congress threaten legislation to suspend executive waivers, saying it undermines international resolve.

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INDIA

At least 19 killed in stampede at religious gathering in India

Incident took place at a festival in Kolkata, in India's West Bengal state, amid large crowd surges and heavy rain.

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Trump eases Russia oil sanctions, but is Europe still buying Moscow's gas?

Analysts say Russia will benefit most from US sanctions waiver as winter heating demand rises.

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