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Europe Wants to Get the Word Out: Russia Is to Blame for Sabotage

European officials are accusing Russia of smaller-scale assaults. President Vladimir Putin sought to turn the tables, saying that if Europe were to start a war, Russia is ready.

Israel Says a Gaza Border Will Reopen, but Only for Palestinians to Leave

Israel said on Wednesday that it would begin allowing some Palestinians to leave the Gaza Strip for Egypt “in the coming days” through the Rafah border crossing. Egypt denied that the border would reopen soon.

A Devastating Fire Has Fueled a National Security Crackdown in Hong Kong

Authorities in Hong Kong quickly arrested critics demanding accountability, signaling an expansive use of the security law to silence dissent over nonpolitical tragedies.

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