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Israel and Lebanon sign an agreement requiring Hezbollah disarmament and Israeli withdrawal from two areas, sparking protests in Beirut. A fragile US-Iran truce faces renewed tests as tensions flare in the Middle East. Venezuela is devastated by twin earthquakes with over 235 dead and the rescue window closing. A record-breaking heatwave sweeps Central Europe, smashing temperature records in Switzerland, Denmark, and the Czech Republic.

Israel-Lebanon deal requires Hezbollah disarmament

Israel-Lebanon deal requires Hezbollah disarmamentIsrael has agreed to withdraw from two areas in Lebanon under a newly signed agreement that ties the ceasefire to Hezbollah's disarmament. The deal has sharply divided Lebanese opinion, fueling protests in Beirut as many question whether the militant group will actually lay down its arms. Analysts note that Hezbollah's disarmament faces significant practical and political challenges, raising doubts about the agreement's long-term viability.

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Israel to withdraw from two areas in Lebanon under newly signed agreement (CNN)
Lebanon’s deal with Israel requires Hezbollah to disarm. That might be difficult (AP News)
Israel-Lebanon deal ties ceasefire to Hezbollah disarmament: Will it work? (Al Jazeera)
Deal With Israel Divides Lebanese, Fueling Protests in Beirut4 min read (NYT)

Strait of Hormuz tensions test fragile US-Iran truce

Strait of Hormuz tensions test fragile US-Iran truceDespite a signed agreement between the US and Iran, conditions in the Strait of Hormuz remain chaotic, with new flare-ups of hostilities testing the fragile truce. GCC member states have welcomed the interim deal, but critics point to vague language that has complicated enforcement. Analysts warn that the deal's lack of specificity is undermining peace efforts and the situation remains volatile.

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The US and Iran have a deal on paper. At sea, the Strait of Hormuz is ‘chaotic’ (CNN)
GCC members welcome US-Iran interim truce (China Daily)
Mideast Hostilities Flare, Testing Fragile U.S.-Iran Truce (NYT)
Vague Language of U.S.-Iran Deal Comes Back to Haunt Peace Efforts (NYT)

Rescue efforts continue after deadly Venezuela earthquakes

Rescue efforts continue after deadly Venezuela earthquakesVenezuela is in its third day following twin catastrophic earthquakes that have killed hundreds and injured thousands. Rescue teams are racing against time as the critical 72-hour window for finding survivors narrows, with families digging through rubble by hand. Heartbreaking stories of survival have emerged, including a newborn baby rescued from the rubble, as the nation grapples with the scale of the disaster.

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Crucial window for rescuing survivors narrows as Venezuela enters third day after deadly twin quakes (AP News)
Venezuelans take search for the missing into their own hands as earthquake death toll climbs (AP News)
Venezuelans dig for earthquake survivors as 72-hour rescue window nears end (Al Jazeera)
Venezuelan family digs through rubble after hearing 'groan' from relative trapped by quake (BBC)
Newborn baby rescued from Venezuela earthquake rubble (BBC)

Record-breaking heatwave scorches Central Europe

Record-breaking heatwave scorches Central EuropeCentral Europe is experiencing an extreme heatwave that has shattered temperature records in Switzerland, Denmark, and the Czech Republic. Germany is bracing for unprecedented temperatures as the heatwave moves eastward. The crisis has sparked debate about Europe's ability to cope, with experts questioning whether air conditioning alone is a viable solution against increasingly frequent extreme heat events.

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Central Europe sizzles as heat records are smashed in Switzerland, Denmark and Czech Republic (AP News)
Germany braces for record-breaking temperatures as heatwave moves east (Al Jazeera)
Why Europe can't air condition its way out of extreme heat (CBC)

Venezuela earthquake toll crosses 235 dead

Venezuela earthquake toll crosses 235 deadVenezuela's catastrophic twin earthquakes have left around 235 dead and over 4,300 injured, according to the health minister. Substandard construction and older buildings have been identified as key factors that worsened the disaster's impact. Venezuelans in Colombia are mobilizing to send aid across the border as the death toll continues to rise and the full extent of the damage becomes clearer.

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Older buildings and substandard construction left Venezuela vulnerable to earthquakes (AP News)
Back-to-back powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela, causing widespread damage (AP News)
Venezuela health minister says around 235 people dead and 4,300 injured in catastrophic earthquakes (AP News)
Twin earthquakes strike Venezuela, in photos (AP News)
Venezuelans in Colombia scramble to send aid as earthquakes death toll increases (NPR)