World News Roundup: Major Headlines at a Glance
This summary provides an update on various global events. Highlights include arrests of Jewish activists in the US, Kamala Harris leading over Trump in polls, a significant death toll from Ethiopian landslides, migrant caravans to the US, and tensions in Gaza. The resignation of the US Secret Service chief, Sudan peace talks, Ukrainian territorial concessions, Vatican-Ukraine peace discussions, and Bangladesh's measures to address student unrest are also covered.
A summary of major world news has emerged, detailing key global events. Jewish activists were arrested during a protest inside the US Congress against military support for Israel, coinciding with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's scheduled speech.
Vice President Kamala Harris leads Donald Trump by a narrow margin, following President Biden's exit from the re-election race, according to a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll.
The death toll from Ethiopian landslides has surged to 229, with searches for survivors continuing.
Approximately 3,000 migrants are making their way to the US border in southern Mexico, undeterred by a crackdown.
US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned after an assassination attempt on former President Trump. Tensions rise in Gaza as Israeli tanks advance, and ceasefire talks gain momentum. Sudanese warring parties are invited for US-mediated talks, and in Ukraine, discussions with the Vatican continue amid territorial concessions polls. Bangladesh takes steps to address student protests, easing curfews and accepting a pivotal court ruling.
(With inputs from agencies.)