Global outcry over Gaza, China woos Pacific & Beatboxing nuns

Australia’s government joins growing condemnation of Israel’s war on Gaza, the competition for influence in the Pacific, and has President Trump’s tough stance pushed Russia any closer to a ceasefire? Plus, a surprising result in Lebanon’s municipal elections and the beatboxing skills of a Brazilian nun.

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