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INDIA-BANGLADESH TENSIONS LOOM

Bangladesh’s National Security Adviser Dr Khalilur Rahman will lead Dhaka’s delegation to the 7th NSA-level Colombo Security Conclave in New Delhi on Nov 19–20,…
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TRUMP CLAIMS HE ENDED 7 WARS

At the 80th UN General Assembly, US President Donald Trump stunned delegates by declaring he had ended seven “unendable” wars in just seven months.…
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EMERGENCY MEET AT UNSC ON RUSSIA

The UN Security Council will convene an emergency meeting on Monday to address Russian airspace violations over Estonia, officials confirmed. The move follows Estonia’s…
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EUROPE TO DIRECTLY CONFRONT RUSSIA?

Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has urged Europe to adopt credible security guarantees for Ukraine, warning they must be strong enough to deter Moscow. Speaking…
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TRUMP TO DEPLOY NATIONAL GUARD TO MEMPHIS

US President Donald Trump announced plans to send National Guard troops to Memphis, Tennessee, escalating his administration’s law-and-order push after the unprecedented police takeover…
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UK PALESTINE PUSH FUELS ISRAELI FURY

On July 29, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer over his government’s stated intention to recognize a Palestinian…
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EU, US SEAL DEAL

The EU and US have reached a tentative trade agreement introducing a 15% tariff on most EU exports to the American market, averting a…
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US TOPS TAIWAN MACHINERY IMPORTS

In 2024, the United States became the largest buyer of Taiwan-made machinery, surpassing China for the first time. Taiwan exported $5.8 billion worth of…
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TRUMP AIDE BACKS IMRAN KHAN

Richard Grenell, a key aide to Donald Trump, met former Pakistan PM Imran Khan’s sons in California, calling Khan’s imprisonment “political prosecution.” Grenell, who…
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SYRIA CALLS FOR CEASEFIRE

Syria’s interim president Ahmad al-Sharaa has urged Bedouin tribes to fully commit to a fragile ceasefire following a week of deadly clashes with Druze…
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EU APPROVES RUSSIA SANCTIONS

The European Union has adopted its 18th sanctions package against Russia after Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico lifted his veto. The new measures ban…
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EU UNVEILS €2 TRILLION BUDGET

The European Commission has proposed a €2 trillion budget for 2028–2034, marking a strategic shift in EU financial planning. Commission President Ursula von der…
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EU BOOSTS DEFENCE

The European defence industry is urging the EU to allocate at least €100 billion for defence in its 2028–2034 budget, calling it the bare…
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EU MINISTERS SEEK TARIFF TRUCE

EU trade ministers convened in Brussels on July 14 after President Trump pledged to impose 30 per cent tariffs on most EU imports starting August 1.…
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RUBIO, LAVROV TALK

In Kuala Lumpur, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov for a 50-minute discussion on the sidelines of the…
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HEGSETH PAUSED UKRAINE ARMS

U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth authorised a pause in weapons shipments to Ukraine without informing the White House, sparking confusion in the Trump administration…
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TRUMP ADDS NEW TAXES

President Donald Trump has delayed previously announced higher tariffs on imports, shifting the deadline from July 9 to August 1, while warning 14 countries…
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NETANYAHU VISITS WHITE HOUSE

After nearly two years of conflict, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the White House, as US President Donald Trump intensifies efforts to finalize…
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TRUMP SLAMS PUTIN

US President Donald Trump voiced strong disapproval of Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating he was “very unhappy” with their recent call regarding the Ukraine…
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MUSK WARNS BANKRUPTCY

Elon Musk has sounded the alarm over Donald Trump’s newly passed “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” claiming it will bankrupt the United States. The…
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IRAN HALTS IAEA COOPERATION

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has suspended cooperation with the UN’s International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), following a parliamentary mandate and US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran’s…
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SENATE PASSES TRUMP AGENDA BILL

The U.S. Senate has passed President Donald Trump’s massive domestic agenda bill following a tense, all-night voting session. The multi-trillion-dollar package includes sweeping tax…
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IRAN MAY RESUME URANIUM ENRICHMENT

The UN’s nuclear watchdog chief, Rafael Grossi, warned that Iran could resume uranium enrichment within months, despite recent joint US-Israel airstrikes on its nuclear…
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BILL PUSHES THROUGH SENATE VOTE

In a dramatic late-night Senate session, Republicans narrowly advanced President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” a sweeping legislative package proposing $3.8 trillion in tax breaks,…
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PUTIN INITIATES PEACE TALKS

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced readiness for renewed peace talks with Ukraine during a visit to Belarus, despite ongoing drone warfare and missile attacks.…
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US SHOWS IRAN STRIKE FOOTAGE

The US Department of Defence has released footage of its “historically successful” bunker-buster strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—carried out during Operation…
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KHAMENEI DECLARES VICTORY

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, resurfaced publicly for the first time since the Iran-Israel ceasefire, claiming a “victory” over Israel and a symbolic…
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ORANGE SHIELD SECURES NATO SUMMIT

The Hague has initiated its largest-ever security operation, “Orange Shield,” as it hosts the NATO summit on June 24–25, 2025. Over 27,000 police and…
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EUROPE BACKS HIGHER DEFENCE BUDGETS

A recent European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) survey reveals growing public support for increased national defence budgets across 12 European countries, especially in…
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US STRIKES IRAN

U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth stated the recent strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites were not aimed at regime change but to neutralize threats. The…
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EU-IRAN TALKS CONTINUE AMID TENSIONS

Efforts to reopen diplomatic channels between the EU and Iran progressed modestly in Geneva on June 20, 2025, amid escalating Iran-Israel hostilities. Foreign ministers…
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NETANYAHU EYES IRAN REGIME CHANGE

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has suggested that Israel’s ongoing military operation could lead to regime change in Iran, calling the Islamic Republic “very weak.”…
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US INVOLVEMENT RISKS WIDER CONFLICT

European Union’s High Representative Kaja Kallas warned that direct US military involvement in the escalating Israel-Iran conflict could drag the entire Middle East into…
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ISRAEL KILLS TOP IRANIAN GENERALS

Israel’s latest offensive against Iran has led to the killing of multiple top Iranian military figures. Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri, IRGC Commander Hossein…
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ISRAEL LAUNCHES “OPERATION RISING LION”

On June 13, 2025, Israel executed a massive preemptive strike—dubbed “Operation Rising Lion”—against Iran’s nuclear facilities and military leadership, including the Natanz enrichment site.…
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AI REVOLUTION PACE BREAKS RECORDS

Mary Meeker, known as the “Queen of the Internet,” has released a landmark report detailing how AI adoption is outpacing any previous technological revolution…
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FIRE ERUPTS ON KERALA COAST

A Singapore-flagged container ship, MV Wan Hai 503, caught fire off Kerala’s coast on June 9, prompting a major Indian Coast Guard operation. The…
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LA PROTESTS OVER IMMIGRATION RAIDS

Mass protests erupted in Los Angeles and San Francisco following President Trump’s intensified ICE raids targeting undocumented immigrants. The unrest escalated after 300 National…
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IRAN CONDEMNS TRUMP TRAVEL BAN

Iran has sharply criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump’s new travel ban, calling it a reflection of “deep hostility” toward Iranians and Muslims. The…
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MUSK DECOMMISSIONS DRAGON AFTER THREAT

Elon Musk announced the decommissioning of SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft following US President Donald Trump’s threat to cancel government contracts and subsidies. The Crew Dragon,…
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UKRAINE GAINS LONG-RANGE WEAPON ACCESS

Ukraine can now use long-range missiles against Russian targets, following a policy shift confirmed by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Previously, weapons like the ATACMS,…
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SPAIN CANCELS ISRAELI ARMS DEAL

Spain has cancelled a €285 million deal to acquire 168 SPIKE LR2 anti-tank missile systems developed by Pap Tecnos, a Spanish subsidiary of Israel’s…
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UKRAINE HITS KEY CRIMEA BRIDGE

Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) claimed responsibility for a third strike on the Kerch Bridge linking Russia to occupied Crimea, using 1,100 kg of underwater…
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ISIS STRIKES SYRIA’S NEW GOVERNMENT

ISIS has claimed responsibility for two attacks on Syrian security forces, marking the group’s first action since Ahmed al-Sharaa’s transitional government took office. The…
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SWISS GLACIER COLLAPSE RAISES ALARM

A massive landslide near Blatten, Switzerland, highlights the growing global threat of glacier collapse due to climate change. Scientists link the disaster to melting…
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TRUMP REVOKES CHINESE STUDENT VISAS

In a dramatic escalation of U.S.-China tensions, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the Trump administration will “aggressively revoke” visas for Chinese students linked…
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INDIA REJECTS PAKISTAN’S NUCLEAR BLACKMAIL

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, during his Berlin visit, reaffirmed India’s “zero tolerance” stance on terrorism and dismissed Pakistan’s “nuclear blackmail” following the Pahalgam…
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TRUMP PLANS GOLDEN DOME SHIELD

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a $175 billion “Golden Dome” missile defence initiative, drawing inspiration from Israel’s renowned Iron Dome system. Unveiled in…
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EU APPROVES NEW RUSSIA SANCTIONS

On May 20, 2025, the European Union adopted four new sanctions against Russia, intensifying efforts to curb Moscow’s revenue from oil exports. The 17th…
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CHINA UNVEILS DRONE MOTHERSHIP

China has introduced its first drone “mothership,” the Jiu Tian, capable of launching up to 100 UAVs mid-flight. Built by the Aviation Industry Corporation…
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BANGLADESH SEEKS DIALOGUE

Trade tensions have escalated between India and Bangladesh after India imposed land port restrictions on several Bangladeshi goods, including ready-made garments and food items,…
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FOXCONN TO SHIP IPHONES FROM KARNATAKA

Foxconn, Apple’s primary contract manufacturer, is set to commence iPhone shipments from its new facility in Devanahalli, Karnataka, starting June 2025. This development marks…
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RUSSIA, UKRAINE SWAP PRISONERS

Russia and Ukraine held their first direct peace talks in over three years in Istanbul, Turkey. Though Presidents Putin and Zelensky did not attend,…
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INDUS TREATY REMAINS ON HOLD

India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar confirmed that the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan remains suspended due to Islamabad’s ongoing support for terrorism. Following the…
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BALOC LEADER DECLARES INDEPENDENCE

On May 14, 2025, Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch proclaimed Balochistan’s independence from Pakistan, asserting that the region has never been part of Pakistan…
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ICAO SAYS RUSSIA DOWNED MH17

The United Nations’ International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) has ruled that Russia bears responsibility for the 2014 downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 over…
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ZELENSKIY CHALLENGES PUTIN TO TALKS

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy invited Russian President Vladimir Putin for direct peace talks in Turkey on May 15, following Trump’s public call for negotiations.…
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US, IRAN TALKS SHOW PROGRESS

The United States and Iran concluded their fourth round of indirect nuclear talks in Oman, with both sides signaling cautious optimism. US officials described…
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PAKISTAN VIOLATES CEASEFIRE

PAKISTAN VIOLATES CEASEFIRE Just hours after a ceasefire was announced between India and Pakistan, tensions flared again as Pakistan violated the agreement with drone…
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BUFFETT WARNS OF DOLLAR INSTABILITY

At the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting, Warren Buffett expressed deep concerns about the U.S. dollar’s stability amid escalating fiscal deficits and unchecked government…
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PAKISTAN CANCELS POK FLIGHTS

Following a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that claimed 26 lives, Pakistan has cancelled all flights to Gilgit and Skardu in…
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NEW ATOMIC ARMS RACE BEGINS?

Eighty years after Hiroshima and Nagasaki, a dangerous new nuclear arms race is unfolding, this time driven by political instability rather than direct military…
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RUSSIA BANS 21 BRITISH POLITICIANS

Russia has intensified its standoff with the United Kingdom by banning 21 British politicians, accusing them of spreading “Russophobia” and “fabricating anti-Russian narratives.” The…
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MUSK’S DOGE SPARKS GOVERNMENT CHAOS

Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), established under President Trump’s administration, aimed to streamline federal operations. However, within its first 100 days, DOGE’s…
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INDIA, US FINALISE TRADE DEAL

In a major development, US Vice President JD Vance confirmed that India and the US have officially finalised the terms of reference for a…
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SANDERS, AOC RALLY FOLSOM CROWD

Senator Bernie Sanders and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez brought their “Fighting Oligarchy” tour to Folsom Lake College, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of 26,000. The duo,…
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TRUMP LABELS HARVARD A ‘JOKE’

On April 16, 2025, President Donald Trump escalated his criticism of Harvard University, labelling it a “joke” and threatening to revoke its federal funding…
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TRUMP SUED OVER TARIFF POWERS

The Liberty Justice Center has filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump’s newly imposed tariffs in the U.S. Court of International Trade. Representing five…
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DOGE DECLARES MIGRANTS DEAD

In a shocking revelation, over 6,100 undocumented immigrants—mostly Hispanics—were falsely marked as deceased in the U.S. Social Security system under a DOGE-led initiative backed…
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RUSSIA MAY WEAPONIZE SPACE SOON

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has warned that Russia may be preparing to deploy nuclear weapons in outer space, potentially targeting satellites. This move…
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KARELINA RELEASED IN SPY SWAP

Ksenia Karelina, a Russian-American detained for treason in Russia, has been freed in a prisoner exchange with the U.S., which returned Arthur Petrov, accused…
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CHINA CRITICIZES JD VANCE REMARKS

China has strongly condemned US Vice President JD Vance for his controversial remarks calling Chinese citizens “peasants” during a Fox News interview defending Trump-era…
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TRUMP UNVEILS NEW RECIPROCAL TARIFFS

President Donald Trump is set to announce sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs on April 2, dubbed “Liberation Day.” Aiming to boost U.S. manufacturing, the tariffs target…
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MYANMAR EARTHQUAKE: DEATH TOLL RISES

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake has devastated Myanmar, leaving at least 1,700 dead and thousands injured. The tremor also impacted neighbouring Thailand, where 17 fatalities…
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EU DELEGATION VISITS JAILED İMAMOĞLU

A European Union delegation, including European Parliament Vice President Katarina Barley, visited jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, arrested on corruption and terrorism charges. Critics…
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TURKISH AUTHORITIES CRACK DOWN ON MEDIA

Turkish authorities have arrested several journalists at their homes, the Disk-Basin-Is media union reported Monday, as protests escalate over the imprisonment of Istanbul Mayor…
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LEBANON WARNS OF ESCALATING WAR

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has warned that his country is on the verge of a new war following Israel’s airstrikes on Hezbollah positions.…
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HEATHROW FIRE DISRUPTS 120 FLIGHTS

London’s Heathrow Airport faced a complete shutdown after a fire at a nearby electricity substation, causing chaos for over 220,000 passengers. A Flightradar24 image…
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EU URGES UNITY AGAINST RUSSIA

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has urged the US and Europe to stay united against Russia, warning that a transatlantic divide would strengthen…
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TRUMP-PUTIN TALKS ON UKRAINE

US President Donald Trump will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday to discuss a ceasefire in Ukraine. The Kremlin confirmed the conversation…
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RUSSIA QUESTIONS UKRAINE CEASEFIRE DEAL

Russian President Vladimir Putin, while supporting a ceasefire in Ukraine, emphasised that any agreement must ensure long-term peace. Speaking alongside Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko,…
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TRUMP PUSHES RUSSIA FOR CEASEFIRE

US President Donald Trump announced plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin following a US-Ukraine agreement on a 30-day ceasefire. The deal, proposed…
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SLOVAKS PROTEST PRO-RUSSIA GOVERNMENT

Thousands of Slovaks protested across the country against Prime Minister Robert Fico’s pro-Russian stance. Demonstrations erupted after Fico’s December meeting with Russian President Vladimir…
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UKRAINE LOSES US SATELLITE ACCESS

Ukraine has been cut off from US satellite imagery after Maxar Technologies blocked access to its services, reportedly due to an administrative request following…
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EU PLANS €800B DEFENCE BOOST

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed a €800 billion Rearm Europe Plan to strengthen EU defence capabilities. This follows Washington’s suspension of…
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EU LEADERS RALLY BEHIND UKRAINE

European leaders reaffirmed their support for Ukraine after a heated confrontation between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump at the White…
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UK INCREASES DEFENSE BUDGET

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has committed to raising defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, citing a “new era of insecurity” in…
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EUROPEAN LEADERS STAND BY ZELENSKYY

European leaders have rallied behind Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy following US President Donald Trump’s controversial remark, labeling Zelenskyy a “dictator.” Criticizing Trump’s comments, leaders…
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TRUMP BLAMES UKRAINE FOR WAR

US President Donald Trump suggested that Ukraine was responsible for the ongoing war, despite Russia’s 2022 invasion. Speaking from Mar-a-Lago, he criticized Kyiv for…
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TRUMP SUGGESTS UKRAINE COULD FALL

US President Donald Trump remarked that Ukraine “may be Russian someday” ahead of a meeting between his Ukraine envoy, Keith Kellogg, and President Zelensky.…
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IRAN CALLS FOR NATIONAL UNITY

Millions of Iranians gathered across 1,400 cities and 35,000 villages to mark the 46th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution. The Iranian Foreign Ministry…
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LEBANON DEMANDS ISRAELI WITHDRAWAL

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called for Israel’s full withdrawal from occupied Lebanese territories, citing the necessity of implementing UN Resolution 1701. During a…
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TRUMP DISMANTLE USAID OPERATIONS

The Trump administration, led by Elon Musk’s government reform initiative, has announced the near-total dismantling of the US Agency for International Development (USAID), cutting…
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INDIA BANS CHINESE AI DEEPSEEK

India joined growing number of countries including South Korea, Australia, the U.S., and Italy, have banned the use of Chinese AI DeepSeek over national…
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SOUTH KOREA FEARS TRUMP-KIM TALKS

South Korea is increasingly concerned about the possibility of former US President Donald Trump reviving direct talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un,…
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US FREEZES FOREIGN AID WORLDWIDE

The US has halted all development aid for 90 days following an executive order from former President Donald Trump. The freeze affects crucial projects…
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TRUMP WARNS BRICS ON DOLLAR

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened BRICS nations with 100% tariffs if they attempt to replace the U.S. dollar as the global reserve currency.…
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500,000 DISPLACED IN CONGO CONFLICT

Over 500,000 people have been displaced in January due to escalating violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the country’s foreign minister told…
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DENMARK INVESTS IN ARCTIC SECURITY

Denmark has announced a $2 billion investment to bolster Arctic and North Atlantic security. The plan includes procuring three ships, drones, and advanced satellite…
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RUSSIA, US TO RESUME NUCLEAR TALKS

The Kremlin announced its intent to restart nuclear disarmament talks with the U.S., highlighting its interest in negotiations under the New START treaty framework.…
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RUBIO LEADS TRUMP’S FOREIGN POLICY

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio commenced the Trump administration’s foreign policy agenda with an Indo-Pacific “Quad” meeting involving Australia, India, and Japan. Known…
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US DEPLOYS UPGRADED NUKES IN EUROPE

The United States has fully deployed upgraded B61-12 nuclear bombs across Europe, including bases in Belgium, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Türkiye, as part…
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HASINA SURVIVES ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT

Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina revealed surviving an assassination attempt last August, minutes before fleeing to India during intense student protests. The unrest,…
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CHINA PROBES US CHIP EXPORTS

China’s Commerce Ministry announced an investigation into US exports of “mature chips,” alleging unfair subsidies that harm domestic industries. Unlike high-end chips for AI,…
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SWITZERLAND JOINS EU MILITARY MOBILITY

Switzerland is set to join the EU’s Military Mobility Initiative, which facilitates seamless movement of military personnel and equipment across Europe. Despite its neutrality,…
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ZELENSKYY, FICO CLASH OVER GAS

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico are at odds over Russian gas transit. Zelenskyy, opposing long-term transit contracts, accused Fico…
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IRAN SHIFTING CAPITAL TO MAKRAN

Iran plans to relocate its capital from Tehran to Makran, citing overpopulation, power shortages, and water scarcity in Tehran. Officials highlight Makran’s 1,000-kilometer coastline…
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MEXICO MOCKS TRUMP’S GULF RENAMING

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum mocked US President-elect Donald Trump’s suggestion to rename the Gulf of Mexico the “Gulf of America.” In a sarcastic response,…
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TRUMP EYES GREENLAND, EU RESPONDS

Donald Trump’s suggestion of using military force to annex Greenland has drawn a measured response from the European Commission. Trump, citing national security concerns,…
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TRUDEAU TO STEPS DOWN AS PM

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as party leader and prime minister after a new Liberal Party leader is chosen. Trudeau,…
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MYSTERY DRONES SPARK BALTIC ALARM

Danish police are investigating mysterious drone sightings over Koege’s port, amid Baltic Sea tensions. Around 20 drones were reported, with origins and intentions still…
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RUSSIA VOWS RETALIATION OVER MISSILES

Russia reported intercepting eight US-made ATACMS missiles and over 70 Ukrainian drones in escalating hostilities with Ukraine. Moscow labelled the missile use a significant…
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ISRAEL-HAMAS TALKS IN DOHA

An Israeli delegation, including members from Mossad, Shin Bet, and IDF, has travelled to Doha to engage in ceasefire-hostage negotiations with Hamas. The talks…
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RUSSIA SHIFTS MEDITERRANEAN FOCUS

RUSSIA SHIFTS MEDITERRANEAN FOCUS Following the ouster of Bashar al-Assad, Russia has increased flights to Libya’s al-Khadim base near Benghazi, signalling a strategic shift.…
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ZELENSKY AIMS TO END WAR

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has vowed to end Russia’s invasion by 2025, declaring “May 2025 be our year.” Despite losing significant territory in 2024,…
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CHINESE HACKERS BREACH US TREASURY

Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the US Treasury in a major cyberattack, stealing unclassified documents. The breach occurred through a compromised third-party software provider, BeyondTrust,…
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ESTONIA BOOSTS BALTIC SEA SECURITY

Estonia has commenced naval patrols to protect critical undersea power cables in the Baltic Sea following Finland’s seizure of a Russian-linked oil tanker suspected…
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TRUDEAU FACES MOUNTING LIBERAL REVOLT

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing mounting pressure as discontent brews within his Liberal Party. Following the resignation of Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland…
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TRUMP EYES PANAMA CANAL CONTROL

President-elect Donald Trump has suggested retaking control of the Panama Canal, accusing Panama of excessive usage fees and warning against potential Chinese influence. His…
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PM MODI HONOURED IN KUWAIT

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded Kuwait’s highest civilian honour, “The Order of Mubarak Al Kabeer,” during his two-day visit to the Gulf…
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EU SUSPENDS GEORGIAN DIPLOMATIC VISAS

The European Commission has proposed suspending visa-free travel for Georgian diplomats following violent crackdowns on protests against the government’s decision to delay EU membership…
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ISRAEL SEIZES BUFFER ZONE WITH SYRIA

Israel launched widespread airstrikes on Syria following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Targets included chemical weapons facilities and military installations, as Israeli ground…
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GEORGIA PROTESTS SHAKE NATION

Protests continue to surge across Georgia following the government’s suspension of EU accession talks for four years. Demonstrators clashed with police in Tbilisi, using…
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SYRIAN PRESIDENT HANDOVERS POWER

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has left the country after issuing orders for a peaceful transfer of power, according to Russia’s foreign ministry. However, it’s…
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JAISHANKAR CONFIDENT IN TRUMP 2.0

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed confidence that the incoming Trump administration will continue to back the Quad, the diplomatic group comprising Australia, India,…
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SYRIAN REBELS CAPTURE HAMA

Rebel factions in Syria seized the key city of Hama on December 5, 2024, after launching a massive offensive against the Syrian government. The…
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GERMANY GEARING UP FOR WAR?

Germany is ramping up its civil defence measures, drafting a comprehensive list of bunkers and shelters as tensions with Russia escalate. With the number…
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BIDEN GIVES GO-AHEAD TO ATACMS

Biden allows long-range missile attacks on Russia. Kyiv residents expressed gratitude for President Biden’s approval of ATACMS for Ukraine but criticized the delayed decision.…
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CHINA DRAWS FOUR RED LINES FOR US

Chinese President Xi Jinping cautioned the US against crossing four “red lines,” including Taiwan’s status, human rights issues, and South China Sea disputes, during…
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TRUMP WINS

Donald Trump has been re-elected U.S. president nearly four years after his last term, with projections indicating he easily surpassed the 270 electoral votes…
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INTERVIEW WITH MR AMITABH MUKHERJEE

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NASA ASTRONAUTS STRANDED IN SPACE

Two NASA astronauts who were trapped on the International Space Station owing to problems with Boeing’s Starliner capsule are slated to return to Earth…
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UN halts food aid to Rafah

UN halts food aid to Rafah UNRWA, the UN organisation for Palestinian refugees, announced on Tuesday that it has stopped distributing food in Rafah…
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Why Taliban Is Furious On Pakistan Military? Overnight airstrikes by Pakistan inside Afghanistan were met with Taliban cross-border fire hours later, escalating tensions between…
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“Game of Thrones” Creators Set to Bring Chinese Aliens Story in “3 Body Problem” Benioff and Weiss, have undertaken the adaptation of a popular…
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An Eruption of an Icelandic Volcano Leads to the Evacuation of the Blue Lagoon According to Iceland’s public broadcaster RÚV, the renowned Blue Lagoon…
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Australia Resumes UNRWA Funding Amidst Israeli Attacks on Gaza Aid Seekers Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong announced on Friday that Australia would be “unpausing”…
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SpaceX Rocket Propels US-Russian Crew Towards International Space Station Launch A new US-Russian crew embarked on a journey to the International Space Station (ISS)…
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US Religious Freedom Delegation Abruptly Ends Visit To Saudi Arabia During a visit to Saudi Arabia, an American delegation focused on religious freedom was…
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Amidst Defiance, Large Number Of Russians Supports Putin As Election Nears The forthcoming Russian presidential election seems predestined, with President Putin expected to secure…
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Hungarian Prime Minister Claims Trump Vowed Not To Give A Penny To Ukraine Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán asserts that former US President Donald…
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Reports Indicate US Vigorously Prepared for Possible Russian Nuclear Strike in Ukraine in Late 2022 In late 2022, the US intensified preparations amid fears…
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Russia Exposes Vulnerabilities In Ukraine’s Defenses Ukraine’s strategic shift post-Avdiivka’s withdrawal faces challenges as swift Russian advances test Kyiv’s frontline momentum. Following a retreat…
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Five Palestinians Killed In Gaza Hit By The Airdropped Aid The failure of parachutes to open resulted in the tragic death of five individuals…
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Sweden’s Official Accession To NATO Marks Its Entrance As The Alliance’s 32nd Member Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Sweden officially joined NATO on Thursday,…
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EU Suggests A Significant Increase In Defense Measures With An Eye On Trump European Union officials have revealed strategies to enhance the bloc’s defense…
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South Korea And The US Commence Extensive Annual Military Exercises South Korea and the US have initiated their annual Freedom Shield joint military exercises…
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Malaysia Contemplates Relaunching The Search For MH370 Malaysia’s transport minister announced plans to potentially resume the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, which disappeared…
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Ceasefire Talks Hangs In Balance As Israel ‘Boycotts’ Cairo Talks With Hamas Hamas representatives convened in Cairo on Sunday, advancing discussions for a Gaza…
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Un Raises Concerns Over The Possibility Of War Crimes In Sudan The UN human rights chief has condemned the deliberate obstruction of humanitarian access…
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Deadly Haiti Violence Prompts Airline Cancellations Intense gunfire prompted flight cancellations at Haiti’s primary airport, with at least four fatalities reported at a police…
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Astronomers Found Three Undiscovered Moons Orbiting Planets In Our Solar System Astronomers have found three previously unidentified moons encircling Uranus and Neptune, the farthest…
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China To Continue Boost To Its Defense Budget For 2024 China is anticipated to maintain its trend of modestly boosting its defense budget in…
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Sweden’s entry into NATO heightens tensions between Russia and the alliance Analysts state that Sweden’s recent clearance to join NATO, following Finland, extends the…
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The Threat Of Ukraine’s Defeat Looms As The U.S. & Europe Fall Short In Their Support The Munich Security Conference starkly contrasts with previous…
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China Bans Import Of Japanese Seafood China implemented a ban on importing Japanese seafood products, alleging dumping practices, likely stemming from frustrations regarding the…
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Sudan In Fresh Turmoil

  Sudan is in the grip of fresh violence and this time it’s a fight between two Generals. The Sudanese Armed Forces led by…