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Still here, still queer: LGBTQ+ Pride survives Kenya cuts LGBTQ+ organizations in Kenya are grappling with deep funding cuts, which have forced layoffs, shrinking services and tough choices. Despite the struggles, organizations that serve queer communities are adapting. War in Ukraine: Kyiv strikes key Russian supply lines Russian troops rely on supplies via the land corridor to Crimea, but Ukrainian forces are now able to launch concentrated attacks along the critical route. Experts say this indicates growing Russian vulnerability. NASA picks first European astronaut for Artemis mission Italian astronaut Luca Parmitano will be the lead pilot for the Artemis III test flight. The NASA mission is expected to launch in 2027 to test technology for a future moon landing. Northern Ireland: Police urge calm after 'sickening' Belfast stabbing Belfast police appealed for calm after a violent knife attack caught on videophone prompted calls for anti-immigration protests. This followed a week of migration-related riots last June in Northern Ireland. Will Israel's troops take over more of southern Lebanon? Residents displaced from southern Lebanese towns and cities on evacuation orders from Israel's military now fear that Israel will occupy their homes permanently, or continue to expand its invasion. EU proposes entry ban for Russian Ukraine combatants in new sanctions package The EU's 21st sanctions package includes a provision to deny entry to anyone who has served in Russia's armed forces amid the invasion of Ukraine. It will also target the so-called shadow fleet, banks and cryptocurrency. South Africa migration crisis: Ramaphosa's plan faces doubt President Cyril Ramaphosa has unveiled sweeping measures to curb illegal migration. But as tensions rise and anti-migrant protesters remain unconvinced, can his plan end the wave of anti-foreigner protests? Is Israel spying on US? Espionage among allies has precedent The Pentagon has reportedly raised the threat of Israeli espionage to its highest level. Both governments officially deny this, but media reports come at a tense moment as the countries continue their conflict with Iran. China, North Korea boast better ties after Xi-Kim talks Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un promised an array of cooperative measures, while avoiding the thorny issue of Pyongyang's nuclear program. Iranians struggle to buy food as war drives up prices Authorities in Iran are trying to alleviate pressure on consumers with food vouchers and raising the minimum wage. However, some residents of Tehran told DW that they are finding it hard to make ends meet. Ebola outbreak: WHO's Tedros visits Uganda, bordering the DRC Ituri province epicenter The World Health Organization head is visiting Uganda, praising its "prompt and capable response" to the Ebola outbreak across the border in DRC's Ituri province. Uganda has logged just a few cases, mainly imported. Can Xi bring North Korea closer into Beijing's orbit? The Chinese leader's first trip to North Korea in 7 years comes as Pyongyang has moved closer to Russia. Kim Jong Un is likely to seek more access to China's economic power, analysts say.