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El Nino could push temperatures higher, UN warns The World Meteorological Organization says there's a high likelihood of a moderate or possibly strong El Nino weather phenomenon in the coming months. This could push temperatures higher and impact rainfall. Kosovo general election: the cost of political polarization Sunday's election in Kosovo — the third in under 16 months — is marked by a clash between former allies PM Albin Kurti and ex-President Vjosa Osmani, deadlock in the dialogue with Serbia and obstacles to EU integration. 'Cockroach' movement gives voice to India's angry youth The satirical Cockroach Janta Party has tapped into the concerns of the India's youth over issues plaguing the nation's education and employment policies. Nigeria: How religious divides worsen conflict during drought Drought is often blamed for herder-farmer violence in Nigeria. But new research shows that clashes also arise when Muslim herders meet largely Christian farming communities, turning rivalry over land into conflict. Taiwan's Lai: Status quo is key to secure tech supply chains President Lai Ching-te has opened an AI and tech summit in Taipei, saying preserving the status quo is key to securing supply chains. Taiwan is a crucial chipmaker, but its ties with China are a constant source of risk. Israel-Lebanon conflict: Why military pressure isn't enough Clashes persist as Israel pushes deeper into Lebanon despite Trump's ceasefire claims. Experts warn that the offensive is undermining talks with Hezbollah and pushing a political solution further out of reach. Refugees and migration: Is Europe closing its doors? Migration researchers have called on European governments to abandon isolationist policies. But many politicians are not heeding their calls. UK wins court case over canceled plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda An international court has rejected a Rwandan claim for millions in damages over a scrapped deal to send asylum seekers to the East African nation. Coups and crises shake African democracy As Ethiopia prepares to count the votes following Monday's election, attitudes toward democracy appear to be shifting across Africa. In April, Burkina Faso's junta leader told the Burkinabe people to "forget" democracy. Where the Iran war leaves Tehran with its Gulf neighbors Iran's conflict with the US and Israel has involved several attacks on the Islamic nation's Arab neighbors. Mutual suspicion between Tehran and Persian Gulf countries is poised to affect regional stability for years. Mozambique: Are 'death squads' targeting the opposition? Deadly violence against opposition politicians has shaken Mozambique. While the government has called the incidents isolated cases, opposition and civil society warn of a pattern of politically motivated assassinations. How China keeps North Korea's economy alive Pyongyang relies on China for 95% of its legitimate trade; hacking, arms deals and remittances also help it stay afloat.