Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez appoints Carlos Cuerpo as transport minister after Oscar Puente resigned following the deadly train crash in Toledo.
Cuerpo, who previously served as deputy minister, takes over the portfolio as authorities continue investigating the disaster.
Sanchez said Puente resigned out of empathy for the victims, consistency and political dignity, adding that he accepted the decision with gratitude and respect.
Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has secured a fifth consecutive term, defeating Republican challenger John Nagel in Minnesota's 5th Congressional District. Celebrating her victory, Omar said she had received a “resounding mandate” from voters and vowed that she would not allow Donald Trump to silence her.
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'Israeli' President Isaac Herzog condemns what he describes as racist remarks targeting the country's Arab minority during the election campaign.
His comments follow repeated allegations by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of fraud involving Arab-majority electoral lists.
Herzog praised Arab citizens' contributions to 'Israel' and their desire to integrate into society, calling for respect and rejecting racist expressions.
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His comments follow repeated allegations by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of fraud involving Arab-majority electoral lists.
Herzog praised Arab citizens' contributions to 'Israel' and their desire to integrate into society, calling for respect and rejecting racist expressions.


