- Associated Press
The Latest | Israeli minister lashes out at Spain for moving to formally recognize Palestinian state
Israel's foreign minister accused Spain of “being complicit in inciting genocide against Jews and war crimes” on Tuesday, after the country moved to formally recognize a Palestinian state. Ireland and Norway were set to follow suit the same day in a coordinated effort by the three western European nations. The diplomatic move has no immediate impact on the war in Gaza, but adds to international pressure on Israel to soften its devastating response to October’s Hamas-led attack.
- Evening Standard
Arsenal face transfer decision over Mika Biereth as summer interest mounts
The 21-year-old is attracting interest after an impressive season
- AFP
Video shows naval academy drill in Nigeria, not slaves traded in DR Congo
The illegal exploitation of mineral resources in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has become a source of disinformation. Several social media posts recently alleged that a clip of people in a muddy ditch was taken at a slave market in DRC. The claim surfaced in several parts of the world including Nigeria, Greece and the US. However, the Nigerian maritime academy told AFP Fact Check that the video showed a routine drill for its 2023 intakes.
