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Federal Judge Dismisses Major Election Case Against Trump; International Nuclear Alert Revelations and Literary World Mourns Barbara Taylor Bradford

Federal judge dismisses major election case against Trump; Anton reveals nuclear alert during early Ukraine invasion.
In a significant legal update, a federal judge has dismissed a major election case against Donald Trump, setting aside the charges for now due to a policy against prosecuting a sitting president. This development adds to the complex legal landscape surrounding Trump, who has faced numerous charges, but sees some relief as most have been dropped, except for lingering state-level cases like the one in Georgia.

Shifting gears to international news, a Russian deserter named Anton has disclosed to the BBC a startling revelation about a nuclear alert during the early days of the Ukraine invasion. This disturbing account highlights the stringent control and secrecy within the nuclear weapons base, which eventually led Anton to desert after rejecting war propaganda.

In more somber news, the literary world mourns the loss of celebrated author Barbara Taylor Bradford, who passed away at 91. Known for her best-selling novel "A Woman of Substance," her prolific career of nearly 40 novels inspired countless readers and she was honored with an OBE for her significant contributions to literature.

Turning to cultural exhibitions, the "Palm Tree in Civilizations" pavilion in Riyadh is currently showcasing the palm's historical significance across ancient civilizations. As the world's largest date exporter, Saudi Arabia highlights both the cultural and economic importance of this iconic tree in an exhibition running until November 28.

Amidst ongoing regional tensions, Palestinians in Gaza express their fears of abandonment with the potential ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. The ceasefire talks leave many worried about intensified Israeli military actions in Gaza, casting shadows over a region already fraught with conflict.

Finally, in a move to boost maritime tourism, Saudi Arabia has issued its first international marina operator license to the Jeddah Yacht Club. This initiative is part of the broader Vision 2030 strategy, aiming to enhance the kingdom's coastal tourism while collaborating with the Saudi Sailing Federation to promote marine events and training.
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