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Russia launched a major drone and missile attack on western Ukraine overnight, striking an American-owned electronics plant among other targets, and injecting further uncertainty into the U.S.-led efforts to end the war.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will give final approval for takeover of Gaza City while restarting negotiations with Hamas aimed at returning all of Israel's remaining hostages.

The wide-scale operation could start within days after Netanyahu meets with senior security officials.

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Hurricane Erin battered North Carolina’s Outer Banks with strong winds and waves that flooded part of the main highway and surged under beachfront homes.

Forecasters say Erin will slowly weaken over the next few days while turning farther out to sea.

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The Cheetah Conservation Fund says 10 cubs held in captivity since birth and destined for international wildlife trade are in stable condition after being rescued in Somaliland.

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