Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy is standing firm amid pressure from Trump’s “revenge campaign” against disloyal Republicans. Saturday’s Senate primary will serve as a key test of Trump’s political influence. Politico reports that while Trump is attempting to punish Republican senators through primary challengers, Cassidy maintains a solid support base in Louisiana. Source: Politico
The hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship in the Andes region has grown to 11 cases. France’s health ministry confirmed the virus matches a known South American hantavirus strain. One French passenger is in critical condition, and the CDC has tightened home monitoring guidance for high-risk contacts. Source: AP News
The Maldives government confirmed that a rescue diver has died while searching for the bodies of Italian tourists who drowned in cave diving incidents. BBC reports the diver, Staff Sgt Mohamed Mahdhee, died in a diving accident during the search-and-rescue operation. Several Italian tourists had previously drowned while cave diving in the Maldives, and the search operation continues. Source: BBC
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo has killed at least 80 people, with frequent traditional burials accelerating virus transmission
Over 50 schoolchildren, including toddlers, abducted by armed gunmen in Mussa town, Borno state, Nigeria
Days after Trump’s summit in Beijing, Putin will meet with Xi, highlighting China’s pivotal role in global power dynamics
A freight train collided with a bus in Bangkok, Thailand, killing at least 8 people. The accident occurred in the suburban area, and the exact cause is under investigation.
Residents of Vilseck, Germany, are concerned about the potential withdrawal of approximately 5,000 US troops, which would severely impact the local economy. The town relies heavily on the US military base, and a withdrawal would affect thousands of jobs and local revenues.
Multiple rival protests are taking place in London, prompting authorities to deploy extensive security forces. Police have implemented tight measures to prevent clashes between opposing groups.
Taiwan authorities responded to recent comments by Trump, stating clearly that Taiwan is a sovereign and independent nation. Politico reports this is a direct response to Trump’s recent Taiwan-related remarks, highlighting the sensitivity of cross-strait relations.