The United States warns Israel against carrying out a full offensive on Hamas’ last stronghold, Rafah. Officials said the move could strengthen Hamas’ negotiating position.
Japanese Defense Minister Minoru Kihara says Japan must increase its drone technology after video of a sensitive Japanese naval center appeared on Chinese social media.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attends the funeral of Kim Ki Nam, the propaganda chief who long helped rule the nation.
And Pope Francis urges Italians to have more children and calls for new policies to help families.
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