Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 835
As the war enters its 835th day, these are the main developments.
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India’s Modi to take oath as PM for third term with coalition allies
Coalition partners will demand cabinet positions, but Modi may keep the top jobs for the members of his own party.
Israel white phosphorous attacks on Lebanon harming people and ecosystem
More than 92,600 people have been displaced from their villages in south Lebanon by the attacks, according to the IOM.
Polls open in 20 EU countries to elect new European Parliament
The vote will shape how the EU tackles Russia, industrial rivarly with China and the US, climate change and migration.
Bulgarians vote for new parliament amid distrust and fatigue
The snap vote, the sixth in three years, has been triggered by the collapse of a coalition government in March.
US, France pledge support as Biden warns Russia ‘will not stop’ at Ukraine
The close allies say they remain committed to Ukraine, despite diverging strategies for how to support Kyiv.
World War II veteran, 100, weds 96-year-old bride near D-Day beach
Harold Terens and Jeanne Swelin were later guests at a state dinner with French President Macron and US President Biden.
India’s Rahul Gandhi nominated as opposition leader after election gains
Gandhi's Congress party's election results defied analysts' expectations, and helped rehabilitate his political career.
Two killed in southern Lebanon as Hezbollah-Israel fighting soars
Latest attacks come as Israeli officials ratchet up calls for expansion of fighting along Israel-Lebanon border.
ISIL-affiliated rebel fighters blamed after 38 killed in DR Congo attack
The armed men used guns and machetes to attack residents of villages in Beni territory, in North Kivu province.
Israel kills more than 200 in attack on central Gaza: Gov’t Media Office
Health Ministry reports 'large numbers' of killed and wounded rushed to hospital as a result of nonstop Israeli bombing.
Israeli army says four captives rescued amid heavy strikes on Gaza
Army says four captives - Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov and Shlomi Ziv - are in 'good medical condition'.
Slovakia, Italy vote in European Union elections
People in multiple European countries cast ballots on third day of elections before last stage of voting on Sunday.
Did ancient Egyptians use surgery to treat brain cancer?
Scientists say they've found evidence from ancient skulls that doctors performed operations on cancerous tumours.
‘Bloody policies’: MSF recovers 11 bodies from Mediterranean off Libya
European countries accused of complicity in deaths due to migration policies after charity vessel retrieves 11 corpses.
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen suffers minor whiplash from Copenhagen attack
Police arrest one man and open investigation into incident in Kultorvet square that left prime minister 'shocked'.
‘Humbling moment’: What will Modi 3.0 look like for India?
As Modi prepares to be sworn in with a reduced mandate, analysts say allies he depends on could serve as a check on him.
Yemen’s Houthis detain UN staff, aid workers
UN says it is 'pursuing all available channels' to secure the safe release of its personnel 'as soon as possible'.
Bahrain sent message through Russia to normalise ties with Iran: Official
Bahraini officials have previously said that Manama is seeking improved relations with Tehran after years of tensions.
US re-establishes Gaza aid pier damaged in bad weather
US military says much criticised floating dock will be able to deliver assistance to besieged enclave in coming days.