Wider World
Kremlin Envoy Floats $8B “Putin-Trump” Rail Tunnel Under Bering Strait
Moscow-backed plan pitches a 112 km cargo link, Musk’s Boring Company, and a unity symbol between the U.S. and Russia.
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Our Neighbourhood
Israel to Curb Operations; Rafah Stays Closed
Aid convoys continue as U.S. presses Hamas to comply.
Europe
Mediterranean Pact Marks ‘Historic Initiative’ - Cyprus Firefighting Centre Confirmed
Commission unveils the Mediterranean Pact as a bridge for people, trade and ideas, and signals an EU role in Gaza’s “day after”.
Our Neighbourhood
Fears for Marwan Barghouti’s Life as Family Alleges Beating in Israeli Custody
Ex-prisoners say the 66-year-old lost consciousness after an assault; Ben Gvir denies and boasts of a tougher detention regime.
Our Neighbourhood
Talks over Repatriation of Hostage Remains Strain Gaza Ceasefire
Israel questions Hamas’s claims; U.S. issues firm warnings as aid access and security hang in the balance.
