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Gulf allies, including the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, reject Iran's proposed alternative route through the Strait of Hormuz and condemn its 'Persian Gulf Strait Authority.' Meanwhile, Iran's assertion of control exacerbates the plight of stranded sailors, and diplomatic efforts for reopening the strait face challenges amid concerns from Gulf states.

An American Ebola patient infected in the Democratic Republic of Congo receives treatment in Berlin, while Rwanda intensifies border screening. The Democratic Republic of Congo reports a significant number of deaths and suspected cases, with vaccines in development.

The US grants the DRC football team entry for the World Cup amid Ebola concerns, while Neymar expresses emotion over his Brazil call-up. João Pedro's family is heartbroken by his exclusion from the squad.

The Giro d'Italia cycling race concluded in Sofia, Bulgaria, with French cyclist Paul Magnier winning the third stage. Over 200,000 people attended the finale. Australian cyclist Jay Vine withdrew from the race after a severe crash on stage two.

Ho Chi Minh City constituents are urging policies to attract talent and support workers, while the city also sees growth in 'dental tourism' due to its affordability and quality. In other news, Israeli airline Arkia is expanding its Vietnam operations with new flights to Saigon, and two overseas Vietnamese footballers have received Vietnamese citizenship.

A faction of Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Kabiru Turaki and supported by Governor Seyi Makinde, has granted former President Goodluck Jonathan a waiver for the 2027 presidential race. This faction endorses Jonathan as its sole candidate, while another PDP statement urged President Tinubu to address Nigeria's escalating insecurity.

Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa reports a significant drop in homicides following a curfew, while the nation grapples with the impact of heavy rains that have affected over 113,000 people and caused 17 deaths. Meanwhile, a study identifies skin and eye pathologies in wild Andean bears.

Zagreb's historic funicular has reopened after a year-long renovation, while residents discuss the realities of life with mortgages and dating in the city. Separately, a stabbing occurred after an argument between two foreigners who met on Tinder and began a long-distance relationship.

Bishkek is beginning to restore hot water supply within three to four days following maintenance. The city is also hosting a week of cultural events, including exhibitions, films, concerts, and theater performances.

Olympiacos has secured a spot in the Euroleague Final Four by defeating Fenerbahce 79-61 in a dominant semifinal performance. The team becomes the seventh in tournament history to play the final in their home country, with a spectacular dunk by Nikola Milutinov highlighting their strong play.