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Jul 2024
15m 15s

Labour wins UK general election

CHINA PLUS
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British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak concedes defeat in the general election. Israel's spy chief is reportedly traveling to Qatar to resume ceasefire talks on the Gaza conflict. U.S. President Joe Biden faces growing pressure from within his own party as he refuses to quit the race for the White House.

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