Global News Highlights: From Political Standoff to Environmental Advocacy
World news includes U.S. political maneuvers targeting Democratic states, deadly flash floods in Ukraine, Russia's non-recognition of UN sanctions on Iran, Greek labor protests, EU defensive measures against Russia, Israeli interception of Gaza flotilla with Greta Thunberg aboard, a power cut at Chornobyl blamed on Russia, German arrests over Hamas plots, potential Trump-Lula meeting, South Korea-US security talks, Oktoberfest bomb scare, and the passing of primate expert Jane Goodall.
In a move perceived as politically charged, the Trump administration has halted $26 billion in federal funds for Democratic states amid a government shutdown, impacting transit and green-energy initiatives.
Tragic flash floods in Odesa, Ukraine have resulted in nine fatalities, including a family of five, as emergency services rush to aid affected residents.
Renowned primate expert and environmental advocate Jane Goodall has passed away at 91, leaving a legacy of wildlife conservation and environmental activism.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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