Yamal vows to bring Champions League to Barcelona after latest heartbreak
Spain’s teenage star writes to fans the day after Barcelona’s Champions League exit to promise future glory.

Spain’s teenage star writes to fans the day after Barcelona’s Champions League exit to promise future glory.




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A 70-boat flotilla sets sail from Spain, aiming to break Israel’s naval blockade on Gaza amid history of interceptions.

Thousands gathered at Barcelona’s port as the largest ever Global Sumud Flotilla prepared to depart for Gaza.

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