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Israel's Supreme Court is set to hear petitions challenging a controversial law passed by the country's parliament, aiming to limit its judicial power. The law, part of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's broader judicial reform, has sparked widespread protests and raised concerns about democracy and checks and balances. The court's decision to review the law's validity in September comes after months of unrest and social divisions. The outcome of the hearing will have significant implications for Israel's democratic principles and the balance of power between the judiciary and the executive.

A 34-year-old married woman from Rajasthan's Bhiwadi city traveled to Pakistan to meet her Facebook friend, raising concerns about cross-border relationships. This incident follows the recent detention of a Pakistani national who crossed into India to meet her Indian friend. While both India and Pakistan authorities confirm the validity of the woman's visa, the incident has sparked media attention and discussions about cross-border romance.

Russia's relentless attacks on Ukrainian grain exports and naval exercises in the Black Sea raise concerns about a global food crisis. The situation escalates tensions between the two nations, with Western leaders accusing Russia of attempting to evade sanctions. International attention focuses on the unfolding conflict and its potential impact on food security worldwide.

In yet another unfortunate incident targeting non-locals, three migrant workers were shot and injured in a terrorist attack in the southern region of Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir. The incident has sparked concerns over the safety and security of migrant workers in the area.

The United States has announced its decision to send cluster bombs to Ukraine as part of an effort to support the country's counteroffensive and replenish its diminishing ammunition stocks, despite concerns over the weapons' failure rate and potential risk to civilians. President Joe Biden acknowledged that the move was a "difficult decision" due to the dangers associated with cluster bombs but cited Russia's relentless use of such munitions in Ukraine as a key factor. The US aims to ensure that Ukraine's supplies do not run out before domestic production ramps up later this year.

In a unique and centuries-old tradition, the mayor of San Pedro Huamelula, a small town in southern Mexico, recently tied the knot with a female reptile named Alicia Adriana. Victor Hugo Sosa, the mayor of this Indigenous Chontal community, participated in the ritual to bring good fortune to his people, as onlookers clapped and danced in celebration.