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Here are the latest news updates from Al Jazeera World News:

Top Stories

1. Israel-Palestine Conflict: Israeli forces have killed at least 10 Palestinians in the occupied West Bank and Gaza Strip, as tensions escalate over a series of attacks and counter-attacks.
2. US-China Trade Talks: The US and China have agreed to a "phase one" trade deal, with the US agreeing to reduce tariffs on Chinese goods in exchange for China's increased purchases of US agricultural products.
3. Iran-US Tensions: The US has imposed new sanctions on Iran, targeting its central bank and other financial institutions, in response to Iran's alleged involvement in a rocket attack on a US military base in Iraq.
4. Hong Kong Protests: Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of Hong Kong to demand greater democracy and an investigation into alleged police brutality, as the city's leader refuses to step down.
5. Syria Conflict: The Syrian government has launched a major offensive against rebel-held areas in the northwest of the country, sparking concerns of a humanitarian crisis.

Regional News

1. Middle East: The United Arab Emirates has announced plans to build a new nuclear power plant, as the country seeks to diversify its energy sources and reduce its reliance on oil.
2. Africa: The African Union has launched a new initiative to promote economic integration and development across the continent, with a focus on infrastructure development and trade.
3. Asia-Pacific: The Philippines has announced plans to deploy troops to the disputed South China Sea, amid tensions with China over territorial claims.

International News

1. Europe: The European Union has agreed to a new budget and spending plan for the next seven years, with a focus on climate action and economic growth.
2. Latin America: The Venezuelan government has announced plans to hold a new presidential election, amid ongoing political and economic crisis.
3. North America: The US has announced plans to deploy additional troops to the US-Mexico border, amid concerns over immigration and border security.

Business News

1. Global Economy: The International Monetary Fund has cut its forecast for global economic growth, citing trade tensions and slowing economic growth in major economies.
2. Technology: The world's largest technology companies, including Apple and Amazon, have announced plans to invest billions of dollars in new technologies and infrastructure.
3. Energy: The price of oil has fallen to its lowest level in over a year, amid concerns over slowing global demand and increased production.

Sports News

1. Soccer: The English Premier League has announced plans to introduce a new system for awarding penalties, amid controversy over the current system.
2. Tennis: The Australian Open has announced plans to introduce a new system for awarding points, amid controversy over the current system.
3. Cricket: The Indian cricket team has announced plans to tour Australia later this year, amid ongoing tensions between the two countries.

These are just some of the latest news updates from Al Jazeera World News. Stay tuned for more updates throughout the day!