What is Project Esther, the playbook against pro-Palestine movement in US?
Advocates say Trump administration appears to be following Project Esther's recommendations to crackdown on activism.
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PBS sues Trump for stripping its funds
The lawsuit came three days after a similar case by NPR, which also saw its funds cut.
Israel attacks western Syria despite recent indirect talks to calm tensions
The Israeli military said it planned to 'continue to operate to maintain freedom of action in the region'.
Supreme Court allows Trump to revoke humanitarian parole for 530,000
The ruling means people from Venezuela, Cuba, Haiti and Nicaragua can be targeted for deportation as lawsuits continue.
Pakistan to designate an ambassador to neighbouring Taliban-run Afghanistan
Pakistan has become the fourth country to appoint an ambassador to Kabul, after China, UAE and Uzbekistan.
Confusion and concern loom over Mexico’s historic judicial election
Mexico is set to elect its judges, from the Supreme Court to local magistrates. But will the vote lessen corruption?
Six killed as RSF attack devastates Sudanese hospital in North Kordofan
Obeid hospital suffers severe damage in paramilitary assault, worsening health crisis in Sudan's civil war.
Ex-Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams wins libel case against the BBC
Jury found that the BBC had not acted in good faith and awarded Adams 100,000 euros ($113,000) in damages.
More than 100 killed in heavy Nigeria flooding, rescue efforts ongoing
Local officials warn the death toll could rise after heavy rainfall flooded a market town in Niger State.
From students to tech: How US-China ties are sliding despite tariff truce
Following tariffs pause with Beijing, Trump has cracked down on Chinese students and access to advanced computer chips.
ISIL (ISIS) launches first attacks against new Syrian government
The bombings mark a sharp escalation by the armed group, which views the new government in Damascus as illegitimate.
Liverpool parade crash driver appears in UK court
A total of 79 people were injured after a car drove into a crowd after Liverpool Football Club's trophy parade.
Ukraine yet to commit to new round of Russia talks in Istanbul
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha says Ukraine wants to see document outlining Russia's proposals before sending team.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,191
These are the key events on day 1,191 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Hamas says US ceasefire proposal means ‘continuation of killing’ in Gaza
Israel has agreed to the deal, according to the US, but Hamas said it does not meet its demands and is under discussion.
Federal appeals court temporarily reinstates Trump tariffs
The decision comes a day after a trade court blocked the majority of Trump tariffs because it circumvented Congress.
‘This must stop now’: UN food body condemns RSF attacks on Sudan premises
Aid workers are also having to cope with a wave of cholera outbreaks in war-torn Sudan.
Chinese students in US grapple with uncertainty over Trump’s visa policies
Trump administration pledges to 'aggressively revoke' US visas; Chinese students wonder how far-reaching policy will be.
Israel orders closure of al-Awda Hospital, a ‘lifeline’ in north Gaza
Dozens of people remain at the medical centre, the last functioning hospital in the north of the Palestinian territory.
How the Afghan village hit by a 10,000kg bomb is coping now
A rare visit to the Afghan village hit by the ‘mother of all bombs’ reveals lasting damage and unanswered questions.