Graham Platner's departure from a crucial Senate contest has highlighted significant ideological rifts within the Democratic Party, potentially jeopardising their electoral prospects.
Israel has conducted an airstrike on Beirut's southern suburbs, Dahieh, for the first time since the April 16 ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed his authorisation of the strike, which reportedly targeted a commander of Hezbollah's elite Radwan Force.
Cardiff Council acknowledged that 1,388 postal vote packs were not printed for the Senedd election, affecting voters in Caerdydd Ffynnon Taf and Caerdydd Penarth constituencies. This printing error, confirmed after initial disputes with its provider, Civica, meant these ballots were never dispatched for delivery by Royal Mail.
