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Billions of dollars are expected to be generated from a dramatic overhaul of the country’s defense property portfolio as the Albanian government prepares to overcome resistance from the military establishment to sell valuable real estate in the capitals.

US President Donald Trump has predicted a “lasting peace” in Gaza with a deal to end the war that has killed thousands of people over the past two years, raising hopes that the outcome will go beyond a fragile ceasefire that could escalate into more conflict. Israel appears ready to welcome home hostages rescued from Hamas-run captivity on Monday or Tuesday, paving the way for the release of Palestinian prisoners.

The government is under fire for its handling of a group of former Islamic State women and children who have returned to Australia. During questioning yesterday, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley claimed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese misled parliament by claiming Australia was not providing assistance to the group of women and children.

There is a risk that the price dispute between mining giant BHP and China’s state-run iron ore buyer will continue for months, even into early 2026; because both sides are at an impasse. China is the world’s largest consumer of iron ore, while BHP is one of three major suppliers of the bulk of the material to the country’s steelmakers.

Trump will meet with Finnish President Alexander Stubb at the White House today, and the two are expected to discuss the US Coast Guard’s purchase of icebreaking ships for use in the Arctic.

The prison sentence of 44-year-old Hüsamettin Doğan for raping French woman Gisele Pelicot was extended from nine to 10 years after he appealed his conviction. He was one of 51 people convicted in the case last year. Pelicot was repeatedly drugged by her husband and sexually assaulted by strangers he invited.

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