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Feb 2025
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US Rejects UN Resolution on Russian Aggr...

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In today’s episode, we cover Hamas returning dead hostages to Israel, China’s London super embassy, and the conviction of former Spanish football federation chief Luis Rubiales.


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✍️ US Rejects UN Resolution on Russian Aggression



✍️ Hamas Hands Over Hostages’ Bodies



✍️ US vs London Chinese Superembassy



✍️ Luis Rubiales Found Guilty



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