Eleven people were killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza on Sunday morning, according to Palestinian civil defense and health officials, as reported by BBC World. The strikes, which occurred in response to alleged ceasefire violations by Hamas, targeted terror targets, the Israel Defense Forces stated.
The Palestinian Red Crescent reported that a strike on a tent encampment in northern Gaza resulted in at least six fatalities, while another strike in the southern part of the strip killed five. Both Israel and Hamas have accused each other of breaching the ceasefire agreement.
In other news, armed assailants on motorbikes killed at least 32 people and burned houses and shops during raids on three villages in north-west Nigeria, residents said, as reported by The Guardian. The attacks, which occurred in Nigeria's north-west region, involved bandits riding in on motorbikes and shooting indiscriminately.
Meanwhile, in Cuba, the economic crisis deepened, with diplomats in Havana preparing for potential unrest. The Guardian reported that the lack of fuel, tourists, and cash has exacerbated the situation, leading to increasing frustration among ambassadors from countries traditionally allied to the United States.
In technology news, stroke survivors are trialing new "at home" devices designed to help regain movement. BBC Technology reported on a nationwide NHS trial testing the technology, with participants like Amanda James-Hammett, who experienced a stroke at age 37, finding it transformative. "It's about freedom," she said, "It's given me my freedom back."
Finally, the United Nations Security Council's structure is under scrutiny. Al Jazeera reported that the UN secretary-general has stated the absence of African seats is indefensible. The article explored the need for reform, with experts like Olukayode Bakare, a visiting scholar in international relations, discussing the issue.
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