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Displaced Palestinians describe a Hamas leader who was approachable and say his death shows how everyone is a target. https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/7/31/shock-anger-palestinians-in-gaza-react-to-haniyehs-assassination?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39618&_unique_id=66aa78ae5d46d

Rallies take place in several cities with demonstrators pledging the fight for freedom will continue. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/31/palestinians-in-the-occupied-west-bank-protest-against-haniyehs-killing?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39612&_unique_id=66aa789fd965f

Some Israelis reacted to the assassination of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh with public celebration. https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/7/31/range-of-reactions-as-israelis-respond-to-haniyeh-assassination?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39606&_unique_id=66aa78915f810

Hamas vows revenge for the assassination of political chief Ismail Haniyeh https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/7/31/hamas-vows-revenge-for-the-assassination-of-political-chief-ismail-haniyeh?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39600&_unique_id=66aa786b54560

Ismail al-Ghoul and Rami al-Rifi killed in Shati refugee camp, west of Gaza City, in Israeli strike on their vehicle. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/31/al-jazeera-journalist-cameraman-killed-in-gaza-attack?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39594&_unique_id=66aa785aa3721

Rallies held in Middle East after Ismail Haniyeh dies in Tehran, where he attended inauguration of Iran’s new president. https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/7/31/photos-hundreds-take-to-streets-to-protest-hamas-boss-haniyeh-killing?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39588&_unique_id=66aa74f755b07

Colombian leader urges Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro to 'allow transparent vote count' as opposition alleges fraud. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/31/calls-for-transparent-vote-count-grow-amid-venezuela-protests-tensions?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39582&_unique_id=66aa74e857e6c

Al Jazeera Arabic correspondent Ismail al-Ghoul and his cameraman Rami al-Refee were killed in a strike in Gaza City. https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/7/31/al-jazeera-correspondent-ismail-al-ghoul-and-cameraman-killed-in-gaza?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39576&_unique_id=66aa74d9054a8

The Jamaican sprinter believes she will run a better 200m race, where she is the world champion, at the Paris Olympics. https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/7/31/jamaicas-shericka-jackson-to-skip-womens-100m-race-at-paris-olympics-2024?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39570&_unique_id=66aa74a4387f4

Abdel Fattah al-Burhan says he will not attend talks with RSF in Switzerland after attack on military graduation. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/31/sudans-army-leader-rejects-new-round-of-talks-after-drone-strike?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39564&_unique_id=66aa7492ebda8

The traditional role of a king’s interpreter and messenger involves diplomacy, sensitivity and, most of all, trust. https://www.aljazeera.com/program/africa-direct/2024/7/30/the-interpreter-a-kings-messenger-in-ghana?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39558&_unique_id=66a9222c50be2

Hezbollah sources tell Al Jazeera the armed group will respond to any Israeli aggression. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/30/israel-attacks-hezbollah-targets-stoking-escalation-fears?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39552&_unique_id=66a9221e6a03c

Vast majority of Gaza is ‘no-go area’ created by Israel's war. https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/7/30/vast-majority-of-gaza-is-no-go-area-created-by-israel?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39546&_unique_id=66a9220e7b79e

Opposition calls for 'popular assemblies' across nation as Nicolas Maduro's election victory spurs fraud claims. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/30/more-protests-loom-in-venezuela-as-opposition-disputes-election-results?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39540&_unique_id=66a921d484c27

The British-Pakistani preacher was previously imprisoned in 2016 for encouraging support for ISIL (ISIS). https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/30/anjem-choudary-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-directing-terrorist-group?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39534&_unique_id=66a921c0d22c9

A Japanese American veteran finds his friend who saved his life when he was mistaken for the enemy in the Vietnam War. https://www.aljazeera.com/program/witness/2024/7/30/the-volunteer-a-vietnam-war-veterans-50-year-search-for-his-friend?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39528&_unique_id=66a921bca6709

De facto Democratic candidate Kamala Harris may need the support of progressive and pro-Palestinian communities to win. https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/7/30/could-palestine-decide-the-us-presidential-election?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39522&_unique_id=66a921a2ef1dd

Given Israel's attacks on the medical sector in Gaza, what is happening there is very much a global health issue. https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/7/30/why-are-global-health-organisations-not-speaking-up-on-genocide-in-gaza?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39516&_unique_id=66a921882794e

Tensions escalate in Venezuela with the opposition releasing what it says is proof of electoral fraud. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/30/whats-happening-in-venezuela-election-turmoil-protests-and-fraud-claims?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39510&_unique_id=66a9216eacd56

Vance attacking Democratic demographics roiled many. Here's what it means for the 2024 US election. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/30/childless-cat-ladies-has-jd-vance-taken-on-22-million-us-women?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39504&_unique_id=66a921478b861

Maduro was declared the winner of the presidential vote on Sunday; however, the opposition has contested these results. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/29/maduro-claims-victory-in-disputed-venezuela-election-results-whats-next?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39498&_unique_id=66a7c1935122d

Arrests under way but infrastructure continues to be targeted amid Paris Olympics. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/29/france-eyeing-far-left-as-telecoms-join-list-of-saboteur-targets?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39492&_unique_id=66a7c183576dc

Pro-Palestinian activists who called for voters to ‘Abandon Biden’ over Gaza say their campaign is not over. https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/7/29/will-abandon-biden-become-abandon?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39486&_unique_id=66a7c1724ecb2

Jacob Zuma, who once led the African National Congress, has been accused of campaigning to dislodge the ANC from power. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/29/south-africas-ruling-anc-expels-ex-president-zuma-for-backing-rival-party?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39480&_unique_id=66a7c14ff1366

Giorgia Meloni is in China for the first time since she became prime minister as she seeks to improve economic ties. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/29/meloni-meets-xi-as-italian-pm-seeks-to-relaunch-ties-with-beijing?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39474&_unique_id=66a7c140c54f0

Men parading around as caricatures of women do not communicate love and inclusion. https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/7/29/paris-olympics-opening-ceremony-was-an-insult-to-women?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39468&_unique_id=66a7c113c9cde

Top-seeded Novak Djokovic beat the 14-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal in blockbuster second-round tennis matchup. https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/7/29/djokovic-defeats-nadal-at-paris-olympics-in-60th-and-possibly-last-meeting?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39462&_unique_id=66a7c103ddfd4

The rocky patch of land, legally part of Syria, is where the latest tensions between Israel and Hezbollah have erupted. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/29/what-is-the-golan-heights-and-who-controls-it?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39456&_unique_id=66a7c0f52a349

Police officials have arrested the suspect and seized his knife after the stabbing incident in Southport, England. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/29/man-detained-after-eight-people-stabbed-in-uks-southport?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39450&_unique_id=66a7c0c725c67

Abortion access remains top US election issue as ban on procedure after six weeks of pregnancy takes effect in Iowa. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/29/harris-slams-trump-on-abortion-issue-as-six-week-ban-takes-effect-in-iowa?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39444&_unique_id=66a7c0b4722a8

As the war enters its 884th day, these are the main developments. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/28/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-884?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39438&_unique_id=66a668ba4f2da

Nearly 21 million people are registered to vote, as reinvigorated opposition aims to end 25 years of socialist rule. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/28/venezuelans-vote-as-opposition-challenges-president-maduros-grip-on-power?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39432&_unique_id=66a668a5f2404

The fire, which has doubled in size in 24 hours, has prompted orders for over 4,000 people to flee their homes. https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/7/28/photos-thousands-of-firefighters-battle-to-control-california-wildfire?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39426&_unique_id=66a66887334e0

Mixed martial arts fighter snatches UFC welterweight crown from defending champion Leon Edwards. https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/7/28/belal-muhammad-becomes-first-fighter-of-palestinian-origin-to-win-ufc?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39420&_unique_id=66a667fd0addb

'Far too often, attention is paid more on how women athletes look, versus their power, grit and performance' https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/7/28/paris-olympics-2024-controversy-puts-focus-on-sexist-womens-sports-kits?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39414&_unique_id=66a667e97d9e5

The Recoleta Cemetery once teemed with stray cats. But evolving notions of animal welfare brought big changes. https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/7/28/the-missing-cemetery-cats-of-buenos-aires-what-happened?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39408&_unique_id=66a667d42d085

The US defence chief says the US command's upgrade in Japan is the most significant progress in their alliance. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/28/us-to-revamp-military-command-in-japan-amid-chinas-threats?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39402&_unique_id=66a667c138c8d

The ongoing high-tech genocide in Palestine is a harbinger of what is to come for the rest of the world. https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/7/28/gaza-is-the-fate-of-humanity?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39396&_unique_id=66a667ae5e05b

There is little appetite for all-out regional war, but Israel has promised to respond to the Majdal Shams incident. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/28/will-attack-on-occupied-golan-heights-push-israel-hezbollah-towards-war?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39390&_unique_id=66a663b706b2e

Russian leader threatens to relaunch production of intermediate-range nuclear weapons if US deploys missiles to Germany. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/28/putin-warns-us-of-cold-war-style-crisis-if-missiles-deployed-to?traffic_source=rss&feed_id=39384&_unique_id=66a663a4944dc

Some Google apps along with the popular messaging app Signal now appear to be blocked inside Myanmar, residents told Radio Free Asia this week.  Several residents said they had been unable to access either the encrypted messaging service or Google apps except when using a virtual private network, or VPN. The junta has not released a statement saying they have blocked the apps, but the military government has banned a range of messaging apps, social media apps, and VPNs since coming to power in a February 2021 coup.  Signal, which allows users to securely message, call, and send files, has become particularly popular in recent years.   Chit Oo, who works on the Thai-Myanmar border, told RFA that he has been speaking with his parents through Signal ever since Facebook Messenger was blocked in 2021. His parents live in Mandalay, which has faced fierce fighting in recent weeks. “Since the last week of June, Signal has been difficult to use

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Flooding has devastated crops and forced schools to close  in 30 villages across central Myanmar, residents told Radio Free Asia on Wednesday.  The rain-swollen Ayeyarwady River in the Magway region flowed over its banks , destroying 20,000 acres of green beans, peanuts and sesame in the key agricultural region, where most households farm as a  primary means of income, one resident of Kamma township said.  “Flooding this year is very bad,” said the resident, who declined to be identified for fear of reprisals due to the military regime’s crackdown on independent media. “Most of the bean fields are flooded and that’s the primary crop in this area.” Yae Lel Taung village school in Kamma township in Magway region flooded on July 23, 2024.(Facebook: Aung Kyaw Thu)   About 20 schools have been closed, he said, adding that five more townships in Magway are also experiencing rainy-season flooding. Since the beginning of July, flooding has displace

The hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees forced to flee Myanmar to live in camps in Bangladesh appear no closer to a chance to return home nearly seven years later, with global attention on the humanitarian crisis waning, activists said Wednesday. Speaking at an event hosted by Refugees International ahead of the seventh anniversary of the Myanmar military’s August 2017 atrocities against the Muslim ethnic minority, the overseas Rohingya activists said they feared Rohingya may never again return to Myanmar. The atrocities, which the United States in 2022 termed a “ genocide ,” included soldiers raping, torturing and killing thousands of Rohingya. Some 740,000 Rohingya then fled into neighboring Bangladesh, bringing the total number there to about 1 million. Tun Khin, the president of the Burmese Rohingya Organization UK, said that the Rohingya who remain in internally displaced persons, or IDP camps, in Myanmar were still being targeted

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