Accused Charlie Kirk killer awaits formal charges
A memorial for assassinated right-wing activist Charlie Kirk will be held in his home state of Arizona in a week as police prepare to charge his accused killer.
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Israel targets Hamas leadership in strikes on Qatar
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Macron names loyalist Lecornu as new French PM
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Russian strike on village kills 24 pensioners: Ukraine
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Israel attacks Hamas in Qatar, Trump ‘very unhappy’
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Israel vows to kill any Hamas survivors of Qatar attack
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The political divisions rife in the US have shaped reactions to the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a speaking event.
Murdered influencer is a ‘martyr’: Aussie conservatives
The Australian chapter of Charlie Kirk's conservative organisation says the right-wing activist's assassination in the US will strengthen his legacy.
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Japanese PMs launch leadership bids after PM resigns
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