Northern Ireland's First Minister, Michelle O'Neill, has rejected calls for her resignation following her participation in a recent demonstration against a loyalist parade in Drumcree, County Armagh. She affirmed her support for the residents involved.
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has called for the death penalty for individuals convicted of arson, following a series of devastating forest fires that have claimed dozens of lives. Authorities are investigating potential foul play in the more than 100 wildfires recorded across the country.
A government proposal to release certain prisoners serving indefinite sentences early to ease prison overcrowding has drawn sharp criticism from within Conservative ranks.
Han Hak-ja, leader of the Unification Church, has received a two-year prison sentence in South Korea for bribing a former first lady with luxury items including Chanel bags and a diamond necklace.
