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Lebanon's economic crisis forces soldiers to desert or take on second jobs

In Israel, visits to Eviatar have been officially banned by the military since it was evacuated by the previous government in 2021. But this week, several cabinet ministers led thousands on a march to the settlement outpost, signalling that Benjamin Netanyahu's hard-right government is intent on speeding up settlement building on occupied lands, despite international opposition. The march came amid soaring tensions following last week's police raid on Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque, and after Israeli air strikes targeted areas in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon and Syria, from where rockets had been launched by Palestinian militants.

Novak Djokovic shakes off rust at Monte Carlo Masters, Alexander Zverev digs in, Brits bow out

The first ATP Masters 1000 tournament of the European clay swing is well under way in Monte Carlo with Novak Djokovic leading the field. The world No.1 got his title bid up with a straight-sets win as he aims to build fitness and steal a march on the absent Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz ahead of the clay-court finale at the French Open in May.

Novak Djokovic survives scare from qualifier Ivan Gakhov to win on return at Monte Carlo Masters

Novak Djokovic said he won “ugly” on his return to action at the Monte Carlo Masters after fighting off the stubborn challenge of Ivan Gakhov. World No. 1 Djokovic came through 7-6(5) 6-2 but faced an afternoon of frustration against the world No.198, who had previously played just one tour level match.

'I Hope To Play With Lionel Messi Next Season At Barcelona': Robert Lewandowski

Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski would love Lionel Messi to return to the Catalan club from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, he said on Tuesday. The 35-year-old Argentine World Cup winner left Barca in 2021 when the club could not afford to renew his contract and his PSG deal expires in June. Amid whistles from PSG supporters who see Messi as a symbol of the club's mistakes in chasing star signings instead of building a competitive team, Barcelona are openly courting the forward. "Messi belongs to Barca and if he returns it would be something incredible," said Lewandowski.

Robert Lewandowski begs Lionel Messi to make Barcelona return with Argentine hero in PSG stand-off

Barcelona hero Robert Lewandowski hopes that Lionel Messi will end his spell in Paris Saint-Germain's star-studded side - begging the Argentine to return to the Nou Camp.

I hope to play with Messi next season at Barca: Lewandowski

BARCELONA, Spain: Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski would love Lionel Messi to return to the Catalan club from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, he said on Tuesday. The 35-year-old Argentine World Cup winner left Barca in 2021 when the club could not afford to renew his contract and his PSG deal expires in June. Amid whistles from PSG supporters who see Messi as a symbol of the club’s mistakes in chasing star signings instead of building a competitive team, Barcelona are openly courting the forward.

Andy Murray loss in Monte Carlo 'hard to watch' for Justine Henin and Laura Robson ahead of French Open

Andy Murray's struggles in his defeat at the Monte Carlo Masters were «hard to watch» for Justine Henin and Laura Robson, who reflected on the disappointment. The 35-year-old was left very frustrated with his performance after he mustered just four games in the entire match against the 14th seed from Australia in what was a big setback for him ahead of the second Grand Slam of the season in Paris. Ad Murray lost 6-1 6-3 to De Minaur as he produced 26 unforced errors and failed to earn a single break point on his first appearance at the tournament since 2017.

Novak Djokovic exclusive - World No. 1 underlines his French Open ambition: 'I want to peak in Paris'

Novak Djokovic says he is hoping to «peak in Paris» as he prepares to return to competitive action at Monte Carlo after missing the sunshine swing in the United States. The world No. 1 was unable to compete at Indian Wells or the Miami Open after being refused entry to the US due to his Covid-19 vaccination status.

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Lebanon's economic crisis forces soldiers to desert or take on second jobs

Novak Djokovic shakes off rust at Monte Carlo Masters, Alexander Zverev digs in, Brits bow out

Novak Djokovic survives scare from qualifier Ivan Gakhov to win on return at Monte Carlo Masters

'I Hope To Play With Lionel Messi Next Season At Barcelona': Robert Lewandowski

Robert Lewandowski begs Lionel Messi to make Barcelona return with Argentine hero in PSG stand-off

I hope to play with Messi next season at Barca: Lewandowski

Andy Murray loss in Monte Carlo 'hard to watch' for Justine Henin and Laura Robson ahead of French Open

Novak Djokovic exclusive - World No. 1 underlines his French Open ambition: 'I want to peak in Paris'