Here are some of the latest international news updates:

Middle East:

Allegations Against Israel: A UN-backed group of human rights experts has accused Israel of committing "disproportionate violence" against women and children during its conflict with Hamas in Gaza. The report also alleges instances of rape and sexual violence by Israeli security forces against Palestinian detainees. Additionally, the systematic destruction of Gaza's reproductive health facilities has been highlighted.


China-U.S. Relations:

Port Fee Dispute: The China Shipowners Association has criticized a U.S. proposal to impose high port entry fees on maritime carriers that own or have ordered ships from China. The association argues that this proposal violates World Trade Organization rules and U.S. law, labeling it discriminatory.


Global Health:

COVID-19 Origins: Intelligence agencies from Germany and the U.S. have reported an 80-90% likelihood that COVID-19 accidentally leaked from the Wuhan Institute of Virology. These assessments, however, are not definitive, and the debate over the virus's origins continues.


International Alliances:

AUKUS Concerns: Experts warn that Australia might be sidelined in U.S.-China relations under President Donald Trump's administration. The U.S. administration's preference for direct, bilateral relationships could potentially undermine traditional alliances like AUKUS (Australia, UK, US).


U.S. Politics:

Government Shutdown Avoidance: Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has announced he will vote to keep the government open, emphasizing that a shutdown would have severe consequences for Americans and could empower figures like President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.


Trade Tensions:

Tariff Threats: President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 200% tariff on wine and champagne from EU countries. This move is in retaliation for a 50% levy on bourbon whiskey announced by the EU, escalating global trade tensions.


Legal Developments:

Rodrigo Duterte's ICC Custody: Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has stated he will accept responsibility for his administration's "war on drugs." This statement was made in a video message filmed shortly before he was taken into custody by the International Criminal Court (ICC).


Miscellaneous:

Protests in New York: Supporters of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil occupied the lobby of Trump Tower in Manhattan, demanding his release following his recent detention.

Missing American in Dominican Republic: Authorities in the Dominican Republic are intensifying their search for Sudiksha Konanki, a 20-year-old University of Pittsburgh student who disappeared from a Punta Cana resort a week ago.


Please note that international news is continually evolving.


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