Heavy rains caused a dam in the Chelyabinsk region of Russia to burst. The waters flooded many houses nearby, forcing locals to climb on their roofs and wait for help.
Authorities said hundreds of people were evacuated and no casualties or injuries were reported.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada will recognize the State of Palestine during the 80th UN General Assembly in September 2025. Citing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the need to preserve the two-state solution, Carney emphasized that peace and security for both Palestinians and Israelis require mutual recognition. He reaffirmed Canada’s support for Israel’s existence and pledged Canada’s cooperation in shaping a peace framework and delivering aid to Gaza.
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