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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,121
These are the key developments on day 1,121 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Second night of protests in Turkiye after Istanbul mayor detained
Predawn arrest of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu sets off protests in several cities and likely to continue into the weekend.
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London’s Heathrow airport shuts after fire causes power outage
London airport says it will close until midnight on Friday for the safety of passengers and workers.
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Trump orders increased minerals production, says Ukraine deal coming soon
US president invokes wartime powers to boost production of rare earths and other critical minerals.
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Donald Trump signs executive order to ‘eliminate’ Department of Education
The executive order begins the process of dismantling the department, a process which requires congressional approval.
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Georgetown researcher arrest escalates Trump speech crackdown, scholars say
Georgetown fellow Badar Khan Suri, an Indian citizen, was targeted over his personal views on Palestine, supporters say.
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Jordan defeat Palestine in AFC World Cup qualifiers to pressure South Korea
Jordan beat Palestine, while Iran defeat Kuwait as pair keep pressure on group leaders South Korea in Group B.
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Japan first team to qualify for 2026 World Cup after victory over Bahrain
Japan ensure a top two finish with 2-0 win against Bahrain in Group C of Asia qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
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Denmark beat sorry Portugal 1-0 in Nations League quarterfinal first-leg
Hojlund came off the bench to net the winner as his side beat Portugal 1-0 in the first leg of their quarterfinal.
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Missiles from Yemen target Israel despite US threats
At least two missiles launched from Yemen triggered warning sirens in Israel and the occupied West Bank on Thursday.
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Will diplomacy end the conflict in eastern DRC?
Congolese and Rwandan leaders called for a ceasefire after holding direct talks in Qatar.
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Ukraine, Russia to hold talks with US officials in Saudi Arabia next week
Kyiv and Moscow confirm attendance at separate talks with US officials in Saudi Arabia set for Monday.
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Kirsty Coventry elected as first female president of IOC
The International Olympic Committee elected Kirsty Coventry as its first female president with a single round of voting.
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Kirsty Coventry elected as first woman IOC president
Coventry wins the race to succeed Thomas Bach and will be first African to become International Olympic Committee chief.
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Taliban releases US detainee George Glezmann in Trump administration deal
Glezmann is the third US citizen released by the Taliban since January, as part of agreements brokered by Qatar.
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Israel targeting West Bank refugee camps is ethnic cleansing, analyst
Israel’s targeting of refugee camps to “end the Palestinian refugee issue” is part of plans to ethnically cleanse.
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Israel targeting West Bank refugee camps is ethnic cleansing, analyst
Israel’s targeting of refugee camps to “end the Palestinian refugee issue” is part of plans to ethnically cleanse.
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Thousands mourn victims of North Macedonia nightclub fire
Ceremonies held across the country, but main funeral was in Kocani, where 30 victims were buried.
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