Palestinians forced to demolish their homes to make way for Israeli theme park
Palestinian residents in the al-Bustan neighborhood in East Jerusalem are being forced to demolish their own homes because it is cheaper than having the Israeli authorities do it, while the area will be used for the construction of a biblical theme park.
Dozens of homes have been destroyed and others are expected to be demolished, while residents say they are losing not only their homes, but also their history and family memories.
The case is seen as part of a broader process to change the character of East Jerusalem, as Palestinians face insecurity, displacement and a lack of real alternatives for housing.
Experts tell WHO: Declare climate crisis a global public health emergency
International experts are calling on the World Health Organization to declare the climate crisis a global public health emergency, warning that otherwise millions of people could lose their lives from consequences such as extreme heat, disease and pollution.
A report says such a declaration would spur a coordinated global response and increase pressure on governments to take action, including ending fossil fuel subsidies that are linked to hundreds of thousands of premature deaths each year.
Experts also warn that the climate crisis is affecting not only physical but also mental health, and call for health systems to urgently adapt to the growing risks.
Zelensky vows revenge for deadly Russian bombings
Ukrainian President Zelensky vowed revenge against Russia after deadly attacks in Kiev that left dozens of people dead, stressing that the strikes "will not go unpunished" and citing a Ukrainian attack on an oil refinery on Russian territory.
Mutual attacks have intensified with drones and missiles, dimming hopes for a peace deal, while Donald Trump also warned that escalation could hinder a diplomatic solution.
Meanwhile, the war is causing severe economic and psychological consequences, with attacks on Russian energy infrastructure and a growing mental health crisis in Ukraine that, according to the WHO, could last for generations.
One of the top leaders of the Islamic State is eliminated in the joint US-Nigerian operation
Donald Trump announced that US and Nigerian forces have killed a top Islamic State leader, identified as Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, during a complex operation.
He was considered one of the most active terrorists in the world and, according to American authorities, had an important role in organizing operations and financing the group's activities.
His elimination is expected to significantly weaken the organization's global activity, while the US emphasized cooperation with Nigeria in the fight against extremist groups in West Africa.
