Is Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla legal?
Spain says Israel’s detention of two activists is abduction.

Spain says Israel’s detention of two activists is abduction.








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Japan’s PM says the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz is ‘inflicting an ‘enormous impact’ on Asia Pacific.
Spokesman says Giuliani in ‘critical but stable’ condition as President Trump hails ‘true warrior’.
Sanae Takaichi makes comments during a visit to Australia, where she signs agreements on energy supplies.
Melenchon says he will make fourth bid for presidency with President Macron term-limited and Le Pen facing ban.

Redi Tlhabi speaks to Ray Adams Row Farr from Forensic Architecture about Israel’s expansion into Gaza post-ceasefire.
German chancellor says criticism of Donald Trump’s strategy in Iran unrelated to troop withdrawal announcement.

Political analyst Daniel Levy says US policy is so ‘marinated’ in Israeli narratives, the two are indistinguishable.

Taiwan’s leader William Lai Ching-te is visiting Eswatini, the only country in Africa that recognises Taiwan.

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Redi Tlhabi speaks to Professor Robert Pape on the rise of political violence in the US.