The Republic of Yemen welcomed the announcement by French President Emmanuel Macron regarding France's intention to officially recognize the State of Palestine.
The death toll from the Israeli genocidal war on the Gaza Strip since October 7, 2023, has risen to 55,297, with 128,426 injured, the Ministry of Health in afflicted Palestinian enclave said. The majority of the victims are women and children.
Saudi Al-Hilal FC has been eliminated from the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup after suffering a 2-1 defeat to Fluminense FC from Brazil in the quarterfinals. The match was held at the Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida.
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The Japanese economy recorded a growth rate of 0.7 percent during the second quarter of this year, compared to the first quarter, after taking seasonal variables into account, according to data issued by the Japanese government Office.
Japan's economy grew year-on-year at a rate of 2.9 percent in the second quarter, compared to 3.1 percent in the first quarter.
The GDP price index rose in the second quarter by 3.2 percent, while analysts had expected it to rise by 3 percent.