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Jul 2024
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France's far right takes lead in snap le...

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France's far-right National Rally wins the first round of snap legislative elections. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows to continue military operations until its goals are achieved, while Hamas says it is open to any proposal on a permanent ceasefire. Hong Kong marks the 27th anniversary of its return to the motherland.

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