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Israel authorizes reopening of Gaza’s Rafah crossing after nearly two years of closure, official says

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Israel authorizes reopening of Gaza’s Rafah crossing after nearly two years of closure, official says

Israel authorized the partial reopening of the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt on Monday morning after nearly two years of closure, according to an Israeli security official, allowing a small number of Palestinians to leave the war-torn enclave and even fewer to return.Israel authorized the partial reopening of the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt on Monday morning after nearly two years of closure, according to an Israeli security […]

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What’s next for Minneapolis? A shaky promise, mounting tensions and the fight for control

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What’s next for Minneapolis? A shaky promise, mounting tensions and the fight for control

On the ground in Minneapolis, residents and local officials say they see no de-escalation — and in some cases, an increased federal presence — as protests continue. Two journalists were arrested, raising serious alarms about First Amendment violations, and investigations into two deadly shootings remain unresolved.On the ground in Minneapolis, residents and local officials say they see no de-escalation — and in some cases, an increased federal presence — as […]

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