Today's Top Reports
Gaza Strip
Israel arming a gang to oppose Hamas in Gaza
Israel has been secretly arming a gang in the Gaza Strip, led by Yasser Abu Shabab, to strengthen opposition to Hamas. The decision was made without the approval of Israel's security cabinet and was led by Israeli security bodies with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's approval. The militia has been operating in Rafah and has been linked to smuggling operations and looting humanitarian aid convoys. Hamas has targeted the group, and there are allegations of ties to the Islamic State and extremist Salafi factions. This event took place on 06/07/2025.
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Mali
Mali launches nationwide counter-terrorism operations
The Armed Forces of the Republic of Mali (FAMa) and two other member countries of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), Niger and Burkina Faso, have launched a nationwide counter-offensive against terrorist groups in response to a surge in activity across Mali and the broader Sahel region. The military alleges that internal and external actors are involved in fuelling the crisis, and has launched operations to eliminate terrorist threats while securing the population. This event took place on 06/07/2025.
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Mali military withdraws from a major base
The Malian military has withdrawn from a major base in central Mali, known as the Boulkessi army base, after a second deadly attack in less than a week. At least 30 soldiers were killed in the initial attack, and multiple deaths were reported in a subsequent attack on Thursday. The military's departure was described as "strategic" and "tactical" by officials, but locals expressed concern about the situation. The attacks are part of a recent surge in violence in Mali, which has been plagued by jihadist assaults and separatist movements since 2012. Authorities have implemented curfews in several regions and acknowledged the "resurgence of cowardly and barbaric attacks" across the country. This event took place on 06/07/2025.
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Wagner Group to withdraw from Mali
The Wagner mercenary group has announced its withdrawal from Mali, ending its fight with rebel groups. The decision comes after the group claims ""mission accomplished"" and all regional capitals have returned to government control. This move follows years of fighting alongside Malian government forces against Islamic insurgents, during which the group has been accused of war crimes and widespread looting. This event took place on 06/07/2025.
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United Kingdom
Anti-austerity protest in London
Thousands of protesters are marching through central London today to demonstrate against government spending cuts and welfare reform. The ""No to Austerity 2.0"" action aims to send a message to Sir Keir Starmer, accusing the Prime Minister of targeting the poorest in society with cuts to benefits, including winter fuel payments for vulnerable pensioners. This event took place on 06/07/2025.
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United States
Protest reported in downtown Los Angeles
Hundreds of protesters gathered in downtown Los Angeles to condemn ICE immigration raids that took place earlier in the day at three locations across the city. The protest remained largely peaceful, but LAPD declared an unlawful assembly and used riot gear to disperse the crowd. The raids resulted in the detention of approximately 200 people, with families and friends visiting the Federal Building to learn about their loved ones' status. Immigration attorneys were on site to provide legal assistance, but reported that detainees were being denied due process. This event took place on 06/07/2025.
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