Hamas authorities execute five Palestinians in Gaza

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Hamas executed five Palestinians in Gaza, marking the first executions in the Palestinian territories since 2017.
Two individuals were executed on charges of espionage for Israel dating back to 2009 and 2015, while three others were convicted of murder.
The executions were carried out by hanging or firing squad after legal procedures were reportedly concluded, according to the Interior Ministry.
Human rights groups have consistently condemned the death penalty and urged Hamas and the Palestinian Authority to end the practice.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.