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Eurovision organisers postpone vote on Israel's inclusion in contest next year

Eurovision organisers postpone vote on Israel’s inclusion in contest next year

The organisers of the Eurovision Song Contest have postponed a vote regarding Israel’s participation in the 2026 event due to “recent developments in the Middle East.” The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) had planned for a virtual meeting in November to discuss Israel’s involvement but has now opted to address the matter during an in-person meeting

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Madagascar president hiding in 'safe place' as he warns of coup attempt

Madagascar president hiding in ‘safe place’ as he warns of coup attempt

Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina is reportedly in hiding after a failed assassination attempt. In a recent Facebook broadcast, Rajoelina claimed he is sheltering in a “safe place,” stating that a conspiracy involving military personnel and politicians was behind the assassination plot. He did not disclose his specific location, but there are unverified reports suggesting he

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Palestinians in West Bank and Gaza celebrate prisoners' release

Palestinians in West Bank and Gaza celebrate prisoners’ release

Hundreds of Palestinian prisoners have recently been released by Israel, leading to emotional reunions with their families in Gaza and the occupied West Bank. The release included approximately 250 individuals convicted of crimes such as murder and other violent offenses against Israelis, along with around 1,700 detainees from Gaza who had been held without charges.

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Canada foreign minister meets Indian PM Modi amid thawing ties

Canada foreign minister meets Indian PM Modi amid thawing ties

India and Canada have initiated discussions to restore diplomatic relations that have deteriorated following the assassination of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil earlier this year. Canada’s Foreign Minister Anita Anand visited India for talks with her Indian counterpart, S. Jaishankar, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Modi emphasized the importance of this

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