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The latest news is a plethora of stories. One of the latest is Pakistan's continued 'grey list' status, while another highlights England's new ODI team record. In a related story, UK's top diplomat slams the Russian-backed rebels in eastern Ukraine. The article also mentions a number of incidents that are causing alarm and concern around the world. Read on to know more about the latest news.

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Pakistan keeps on 'grey list'

In a recent meeting, the United Nations Security Council's Financial Action Task Force (FATF) said that it is disappointed that Pakistan remains on its 'grey list' of sanctions. While the body did not specify a reason for keeping Pakistan on the list, it did say that it is pressing Islamabad to take action against UN-designated terrorist groups. Despite the fact that Pakistan had completed 30 out of 34 action items on the original plan, the organization is still disappointed that the country has not done more to enforce sanctions.

The Financial Action Task Force is an intergovernmental body that monitors money laundering and threats to global financial networks. The organization also focuses on the financial sector to help countries combat terrorism financing and money laundering. Pakistan has a plan of action that must be completed by October 2019 in order to remain on the grey list. The government has yet to meet its deadline. It is unclear what the next step will be. Pakistan has remained on the 'grey list' since June 2018.

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England break world record for highest team total in ODI history

The highest fifty-over team total has been broken by England once again in ODI cricket. England's first innings total of 498/4 against the Netherlands on June 19, 2018 is a world record. The innings featured centuries from Philip Salt, Dawid Malan, Jos Buttler and Liam Livingstone. This makes England the first team to score four hundred or more runs in an ODI in five successive matches.

After making a score of 481 against Australia in 2018, England have broken that record against the Netherlands in ODI cricket. With their latest victory, England have now set a new ODI team total record. This time, they scored 498/4 in fifty overs. This is the highest total in ODI history by any team. Phil Salt top-scored with 162 off 70 balls, while Dawid Malan and Jos Buttler scored centuries as well.

Wildfires in Spain

Forest fires have claimed the lives of at least two people and forced the evacuation of thousands. This year's fires have destroyed almost 200,000 hectares of land in Spain, with nearly half of them occurring during a heatwave that began last week and continued into June. There are currently 12 firefighter land units working to contain the blazes. Hundreds of homes have been destroyed in the region. The fires have forced thousands to flee their homes, but there is no official number of deaths or injuries.

In the northwestern region of Galicia, major wildfires have started. Firefighters have evacuated the nearby Monastery of Leyre and are smothering the flames. The fires are expected to rage for days, threatening populated areas. The fires have prompted a widespread heat advisory across the country. As a precaution, it is recommended to seek medical attention for your family if you're affected by these blazes.

UK's top diplomat criticises Russian-backed rebels in eastern Ukraine

Britain's top diplomat has condemned Russia's escalation of the conflict in eastern Ukraine, saying it may pose the most dangerous moment for Europe in many years. The meeting comes as Russian forces have launched military exercises north of the Ukraine border, deploying over 100,000 troops. Similarly, the Ukrainian military has conducted a series of exercises as well. Both sides have said they hope diplomacy will succeed in de-escalating the situation.

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While a state of emergency has been declared by Ukraine's parliament, it will not apply to the two cities under Russia-backed separatists - Donetsk and Luhansk. Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared these cities independent. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military is encircling the separatist forces in Donetsk and Luhansk, cutting off their supply routes.