Ukraine resumes strikes on Russian oil; Houthis attack Yemen’s presidential palace, and more
Summary
Ukraine resumed strikes on Russian energy targets despite US pressure, while Iran-backed Houthis attacked Yemen’s government headquarters, prompting Saudi accusations of Iranian escalation. Markets saw semiconductor stocks fall amid AI borrowing concerns, and the Pentagon cancelled a live-streamed execution of a soldier killer. Meta released an open-weight AI model partnering with Apple, and German politician Alice Weidel argued for ending Ukraine support. Additionally, former DUP leader Geoffrey Donaldson received a 15-year prison sentence for child abuse.
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Ukraine attacks Russian energy infrastructure
Houthi attack on Yemen government HQ
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Pentagon cancels live stream of execution
Meta releases new open-weight AI model
German politician urges Ukraine withdrawal
Former DUP leader sentenced to prison
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