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The Saudi authorities haven't disclosed the official number of deceased but logged over 2,700 heat stroke cases. Deaths have been tallied up to 550, including 323 Egyptians and 60 Jordanians, as AFP noted. Additional fatalities span nations like Indonesia, Iran, Senegal, Tunisia, and the Kurdistan region. An Asian diplomat hinted to AFP that around 68 Indian pilgrims perished, with several still unaccounted for. Last year, the Hajj pilgrimage saw over 200 deaths, predominately from Indonesia. Somalia's Minister of Religion…

Switzerland handed Hungary a defeat in their first Euro 2024 match. Now, facing Germany, they need a turnaround to stay in contention. Germany's coach, Julian Nagelsmann, expressed that the mental burden is heavier on Hungary in the upcoming Group A game this Wednesday. The German squad kicked off with a bang, demolishing Scotland 5-1 in Munich. Hungary, on the flip side, faced a 3-1 setback against Switzerland. Even though the four optimal third-placed teams advance to the knockout stage, Nagelsmann pointed out that…

Ethnic clashes have claimed at least 17 lives in Sudan's Darfur region. Observers blame. Arab militias for launching attacks to settle land and livestock disputes. The cost of living for Ghanaians is at its highest for almost 6 years. Rising prices for basic commodities such as water and oil are leaving families and businesses struggling. And the Congolese authorities are committed to repressing poor quality construction after a tragic accident in Kinshasa. Experts blame corruption and poor urban planning. .

Morocco has since Saturday, July 10, faced a stifling heat that should peak, this Sunday, July 11, with record temperatures approaching 51 degrees. According to the country's meteorological services, this is a full-time height. For the head of Morocco's National Meteorological Research Center, Hassan Haddouch, this phenomenon…