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Zelensky Lowers Ukraine’s Draft Age, Risking Political Backlash

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has signed into law three measures aimed at replenishing the ranks of his country’s exhausted and battered army, including the politically poisonous step of lowering the age when men become eligible for mobilization, and eliminating some medical exemptions.

Taiwan’s Strongest Earthquake in 25 Years Kills 9 and Injures Hundreds

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan, the strongest to hit the island in 25 years. At least nine people were killed, and more than 1,000 wounded.

Leader of South Africa’s Assembly Resigns Amid Corruption Allegations

The speaker of South Africa’s National Assembly resigned on Wednesday, a day after a judge cleared the way for her to be arrested on charges that she took bribes when she served as defense minister.

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