The U.S. sanctioned three Palestinian human rights organizations for allegedly instigating the International Criminal Court's (ICC) investigation into Israel, according to the Treasury Department. Secretary Rubio stated the groups targeted Israeli nationals without consent, prompting the action. The ICC's later arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders over war crimes allegations further fueled the controversy.
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Chief Economic Advisor anticipates India's economy to grow between 6.3% and 6.8% in FY26, dismissing concerns about high US tariffs causing significant risks. The economy expanded by 7.8% in April-June, driven by a robust farm sector, outpacing China's growth. Manufacturing activity remained steady, contributing to the overall positive economic outlook.
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