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Syria’s Assad offers condolences in Iran after Raisi death

Syrian President Bashar Assad has met Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei soon after the sudden death of President Ebrahim Raisi. His visit comes as Iran gears up to choose Raisi’s successor. Syria’s president,

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Spain gives final approval to Catalan amnesty bill

Spain’s parliament has finally approved a disputed amnesty bill for Catalan separatists involved in an unsuccessful 2017 secession bid. Spanish parliamentarians voted on Thursday by a small margin to finally approve amnesty for hundreds

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New Zealand: Thousands protest ‘anti-Maori policies’

Tens of thousands of people have protested the government’s new budget with critics saying it comes at the expense of Indigenous people. An opposition party has said it will launch a Maori

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Mexico: Second mayoral candidate killed days before election

Videos published by local media show a person approaching Alfredo Cabrera before shooting him several times. Two other candidates were shot the day before the latest attack. A mayoral candidate was fatally shot

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South Africa election: Vote count underway amid high turnout

Polls have closed for pivotal elections that could see the ruling ANC party led by President Cyril Ramaphosa lose its majority. Authorities indicated a bumper turnout after long queues at voting centers.

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Venezuela disinvites EU election observers

Venezuelan officials said the July 28 presidential elections would be open to international observers, but has now made an about-turn regarding the EU mission. Venezuela rescinded an invitation to European Union observers to monitor the

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Mexico: Mayoral candidate killed ahead of elections

A wave of pre-election violence continued to spread across Mexico on Tuesday, with another candidate wounded. This comes ahead of elections over the weekend. One mayoral candidate was murdered and another shot

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Haiti transitional council names Garry Conille PM

The UN development specialist previously served as Haiti’s prime minister for a brief period. His selection comes as Haiti grapples with a major security crisis. UN development specialist Garry Conille has been

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Macron, Scholz: Ukraine can strike some targets in Russia

The two leaders said they were in lock-step when it came to supporting Ukraine for as long as it takes. Macron called for Kyiv to be allowed to strike military positions in

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Argentina’s Milei replaces cabinet chief in major shakeup

Nicolas Posse, the highest-ranked minister, has resigned and will be replaced by someone who played an important role in the president’s austerity program. Argentine President Javier Milei accepted the resignation of cabinet chief

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Memorial Day: Biden honors fallen US soldiers

US President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day by reminding Americans that “freedom has never been guaranteed.” Donald Trump used the day to blast political rivals. US President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day by welcoming

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Armenia detains hundreds of anti-government protesters

Protesters are demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan over a deal giving Azerbaijan control over four border villages. Armenian police detained at least 226 protesters on Monday for blocking streets of the

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US lawmakers visit Taiwan to show support amid China threat

A US delegation has traveled to Taiwan after China held drills around the self-governed island in a show of strength. The US is the island’s most important ally and supplier of military

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China, Japan, and South Korea to push free trade talks

Chinese Premier Li Qiang described a trilateral summit in Seoul as a “new beginning.” Along with steps towards a free trade agreement, the three countries also reaffirmed their goal of a denuclearized

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France to lift New Caledonia state of emergency

The unrest erupted as the French legislature in Paris debated amending the French constitution to make changes to voter lists in New Caledonia. The state of emergency in riot-hit New Caledonia will be lifted on

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US issues sanctions over Georgia’s ‘foreign agent’ bill

The US is imposing visa restrictions on individuals “undermining democracy” in the South Caucasus country, after the Georgian parliament passed a controversial bill. The United States said it is introducing new visa restrictions on Georgia after

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France’s Macron holds talks in riot-hit New Caledonia

The French president has called ongoing violence in the South Pacific French archipelago an “unprecedented insurrection.” A recent change to voting rights has worsened the situation. President Emmanuel Macron met with local officials

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Gemany: Far-right AfD bans top EU candidate from campaigning

Maximilian Krah is being investigated for suspicious links to Russia and China, and recently made headlines for saying that not all members of the Nazi SS forces were “criminals.” Germany’s far-right Alternative

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Vietnam elects To Lam as new president

In a secret ballot, 472 out of 473 deputies voted in favor of To Lam’s nomination. Vietnam’s National Assembly elected Public Security Minister To Lam as the country’s new president on Wednesday. In

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French far-right National Rally splits with Germany’s AfD

The main far-right party of France says it will no longer align with its erstwhile German allies, the AfD, in the EU parliament. This followed comments by the AfD’s top candidate about

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Biden says Trump using Hitler’s language with ‘Reich’ post

The video reposted by Donald Trump referred to a “unified Reich” if the Republican gets a second term at the White House. Trump later deleted the video from his social media account.

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Germany: Politically motivated crimes spike in 2023

Politically motivated crimes in Germany rose in 2023 more than in any year over the past two decades. War in the Middle East and increased political polarization at home both appear to

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Trump hush money trial: Judge scolds witness for behavior

Judge Juan Merchan threatened to remove the witness in Donald Trump’s New York hush money case, after he uttered words like “jeez” and “ridiculous” under his breath from the witness stand. In

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Spain demands apology from Argentina’s Milei

The Argentine President Javier Milei called Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’ wife “corrupt.” Spain has recalled its ambassador to Buenos Aires and summoned Argentina’s envoy. Spain’s Foreign Ministry summoned on Monday Argentina’s ambassador to demand

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Ebrahim Raisi: What to know about the Iranian president

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has died in a helicopter crash, according to the country’s state media. But who was Raisi and what will happen in the Middle East in the wake of

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Taiwan: New president takes office amid rising China threat

Despite President Lai Ching-te’s call for both sides of the Taiwan Strait to pursue peace, China sees him as a “dangerous separatist.” Beijing has increased military activities near Taiwan since his election

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Dominican Republic election: Incumbent president in the lead

The highly popular incumbent and anti-corruption crusader Luis Abinader is leading the vote count in the Dominican Republic’s presidential election. The crisis in neighboring Haiti dominated the election campaign. The Dominican Republic’s incumbent president,

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Biden tells graduating students ‘I hear’ Gaza protests

Speaking with graduating students, US President Joe Biden said he supports their “peaceful nonviolent protest” over the ongoing “humanitarian crisis in Gaza.” US President Joe Biden told the graduating class at Morehouse College that

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Slovakia: PM Fico’s condition currently not life-threatening

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot at point-blank range when meeting supporters. His condition is “serious” but currently not life-threatening, according to doctors. Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico is out of danger

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Germany: AfD politician struck with ashtray in pub argument

A politician from Germany’s far-right AfD party was injured after an alterncation in a pub in Schwerin. Incidents of violence against politicians have made headlines in recent weeks in Germany. A local

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Germany’s Bundesrat passes gender self-identification law

Lawmakers in Germany’s upper house of parliament, the Bundesrat, have passed the country’s Self Determination Act. The law makes it easier for people to change their registered gender. Germany’s upper legislature, the

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Germany faces challenge as 2025 tax forecast sinks

Germany’s federal, state and local governments can expect less revenue next year than had been assumed. Finance Minister Christian Lindner said it was clear that the public sector would have to tighten

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Germany: Money-laundering probe into far-right AfD lawmaker

Bavarian prosecutors are investigating suspected money-laundering activities by a far-right politician. The German parliament says it has lifted the political immunity of the AfD member Petr Bystron. The Munich Public Prosecutor’s Office

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German police raid pro-Palestinian group in Duisburg

The German state of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) has banned the group Palestine Solidarity Duisburg over alleged Hamas support and antisemitism. German police in the western city of Duisburg carried out raids on

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New Caledonia: France declares state of emergency amid riots

The French government has declared a 12-day state of emergency in New Caledonia. This follows deadly riots over voting reforms unpopular with the French territory’s indigenous peoples. The French government declared a

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Netherlands: Right-wing parties to form government

Far-right populist Geert Wilders has said the leaders of four right-wing Dutch parties have reached agreement on forming a coalition government. Wilders himself will not be prime minister. Far-right Dutch firebrand Geert Wilders on

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Georgia: EU, NATO condemn passing of ‘foreign agent’ law

Georgia’s government has drawn condemnation from the West following its passing of the controversial law. The law is seen by many as the result of Russian influence. The European Union and NATO on Wednesday called for Georgia to

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Hong Kong: YouTube complies with order to block protest song

Video platform YouTube says it is blocking access in Hong Kong to sites featuring a protest anthem after a court order. But it said it shared concerns that the move went against

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Georgia parliament passes divisive ‘foreign influence’ bill

Politicians came to blows in parliament in Tblisi during the final reading of the bill. It has already caused weeks of protests and renewed warnings from the EU. The Georgian parliament on

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EU slams Eurovision for banning its flag from song contest

The European Union has accused the organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest of “incoherence” for banning its flag from the concert hall during the final in the Swedish city of Malmo. The

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Armenia detains scores of Azerbaijan land deal protesters

Police in Armenia say they have detained dozens of demonstrators who were trying to block streets in capital Yerevan. The protesters are angry at plans to hand over land to Azerbaijan. Armenian

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Catalonia: Separatists lose majority, Socialists make gains

Spain’s Socialists won the largest share of the vote in Catalan elections, as separatist parties are set to lose their majority after more than a decade in power in the region. Catalans voted

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India: Modi rival Kejriwal released on bail to campaign

India’s top court has granted Delhi’s chief elected official, Arvind Kejriwal, temporary bail so he can campaign in elections. His detention on corruption charges is seen by supporters as a bid to

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Russia: Putin picks Mishustin to stay on as prime minister

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said he would like Mikhail Mishustin to be reappointed as prime minister. Mishustin has been credited with keeping the Russian economy afloat amid Western sanctions. Russian President Vladimir

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Chad: Junta chief Deby declared winner of presidential vote

His father ruled Chad for a generation and now Mahamat Deby Itno has consolidated the family dynasty with victory in the presidential election. Military leader Mahamat Deby Itno has been declared the winner of this

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Germany: 2 far-right AfD politicians attacked in Stuttgart

Police said two state lawmakers were slightly injured at an event marking the the 75th anniversary of Germany’s constitution. Police in the southwestern German state of Baden-Württemberg said two politicians were attacked in the

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Argentina: Unions call nationwide strike over Milei’s policy

Labor unions called for people to strike against President Javier Milei’s austerity agenda after the lower house of Argentina’s Congress approved a downsized version of Milei’s economic overhaul package in April. Major

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China’s Xi to meet Orban in Hungary

The last stop in the Chinese president’s Europe tour is Hungary — the first EU country to participate in Xi’s signature Belt and Road Initiative. Chinese President Xi Jinping is due to hold

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Australia and Tuvalu strike new security deal

Tuvalu raised sovereignty concerns after an earlier pact gave Australia veto power over any other security or defense agreement the tiny South Pacific island nation pursued with a third country, such as

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North Macedonia: Right-wing opposition set for big victory

Early results put the right-wing VMRO-DPMNE far ahead in the vote for North Macedonia’s parliament, with President Stevo Pendarovski conceding defeat to VMRO-DPMNE’s Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova. Polls have closed in North Macedonia following parliamentary elections and

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North Macedonia votes in polls crucial for EU membership

The Balkan country’s hope for joining the EU hinges upon the results of the parliamentary elections, which are likely to be won by the center-right coalition. Polling in North Macedonia for parliamentary elections as

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Court bans ‘Glory to Hong Kong’ protest song

An appeals court has granted a Hong Kong government request to ban a popular protest song. The ruling deepens concerns about the ebbing away of freedom in the semi-autonomous territory. Hong Kong’s appeal

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India elections: Voters line up for third phase of polling

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is among millions of voters heading to the polls in the third round of India’s mammoth general elections. Polling for the third phase of Indian elections got underway on

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AfD lawmaker Krah’s offices searched amid spy probe

German investigators have searched the offices of far-right EU lawmaker Maximilian Krah in Brussels. Prosecutors say the searches are in connection with suspected espionage by a former aide accused of working for

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Russia’s Putin sworn in for new six-year term

Russia inaugurated President Vladimir Putin for a fifth term in office. With a firmer grip on power than ever before, the ex-spy has transformed Russia, consolidating his position by silencing political opponents.

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UK says Defense Ministry targeted in cyberattack

The British Defense Ministry has reported a large-scale cyberattack that targeted the personal information of the UK’s armed forces. Sources say that China is suspected of being involved. The United Kingdom’s government on Tuesday

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Australia slams China on ‘unacceptable’ conduct in airspace

The Australian PM said a Chinese fighter jet deployed flares in the pathway of an Australian naval helicopter while on a routine flight in the Yellow Sea. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

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Xi in France pressed on China’s ‘market distortion’

During a visit to Paris, Chinese President Xi Jinping said that Europe remains a policy “priority” for Beijing. Meanwhile, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned of Chinese oversupply leading to

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German FM warns of climate threat during Fiji visit

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said that climate change was “washing the ground out from under people’s feet” in Fiji. The Pacific island nation faces rising sea levels due to global warming.

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Panama election: Mulino declared president-elect

Panama’s Supreme Court ruled, just two days before the election, that Jose Raul Mulino was eligible to run. Jose Raul Mulino, the stand-in candidate for disqualified former President Ricardo Martinelli, was declared

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Germany: Thousands protest after attack on EU lawmaker

A German MEP was hospitalized after a suspected far-right attack in Dresden on Friday. Sunday’s protests were called to counter rising right-wing extremism and violence. Thousands of demonstrators gathered in the streets

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EU elections: Immigration is main issue for German voters

Campaigning for June’s European Parliament elections has begun. According to the latest survey, German voters are showing little interest. Many are dissatisfied with EU policy making and their own government. Germany’s federal

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India election: Rahul Gandhi to contest from Raebareli

The senior leader of India’s opposition Congress party is set to contest the Lok Sabha national elections from his family’s legacy seat. Gandhi is also seeking reelection from Wayanad in the south.

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UK Conservative defeats pile pressure on PM Rishi Sunak

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s ruling Conservative Party has suffered a series of embarrassing losses in local elections. The results come ahead of a national election and could put Sunak’s own position

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Germany accuses Russia of cyberattack on governing party

A German government investigation, led by the Foreign Ministry, found that Russian hackers with state support targeted the Social Democratic Party in the governing coalition. Germany accused Russia’s military intelligence service, the GRU, on Friday

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Turkey suspends trade with Israel over Gaza conflict

Ankara said it would continue to impose the measures until Israel allowed an “uninterrupted and sufficient flow” of humanitarian aid to the region. Turkey on Thursday suspended all trade with Israel, citing the “worsening

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EU funnels aid to Lebanon amid Syria migrant surge to Cyprus

The EU’s Ursula von der Leyen unveiled a €1 billion economic aid package for Lebanon in exchange for the country slowing migration to the EU. The move comes amid a sharp rise

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Philippines summons Chinese envoy over water cannon attack

The Philippines summoned a Chinese Embassy official to protest the “harassment of Philippine vessels” as tensions flare up in the South China Sea. The Philippines on Thursday summoned a senior Chinese diplomat

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Solomon Islands lawmakers elect Jeremiah Manele as new PM

Pro-China career diplomat Jeremiah Manele has been chosen as the new prime minister of the Solomon Islands. Solomon Islands lawmakers have selected China-friendly former diplomat Jeremiah Manele as the new prime minister

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UK: Civil servants appeal Rwanda law as 66 migrants rescued

The UK’s senior civil servants union has mounted a legal appeal against the government’s controversial Rwanda deportation legislation. Meanwhile, 66 migrants were rescued while trying to cross the English Channel. Senior British

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US: Arizona Senate votes to repeal 1864 abortion ban

Legislators have been scrambling to repeal the law, which predates Arizona’s statehood, since a 2022 Supreme Court ruling paved the way for its return. The vote was 16-14 and the state’s governor

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Scotland’s Humza Yousaf quits as ruling-SNP first minister

Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf has resigned ahead of two no-confidence votes that could bring down his Scottish National Party-led government. The move comes after he ended a cooperation agreement with the

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says he will not resign

The announcement comes after Sanchez had canceled appointments last week amid corruption allegations against his wife. He has vowed to end “toxic” politics. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced on Monday that he

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Spain awaits PM Pedro Sanchez’s resignation decision

There is suspense in Spain, with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez expected to announce whether or not he will continue in office. Sanchez canceled appointments last week amid corruption allegations against his wife.

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Macron: Nuclear arms should be part of EU defense debate

The French president said he was open to discuss the use of France’s nuclear weapons for European defense. His remarks have attracted criticism from political opponents in Paris. President Emmanuel Macron said on Sunday

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Germany, France agree on new tank deal

The French and German defense ministers signed a deal for a Franco-German armaments project worth billions of euros. It includes developing a new battle tank to replace Germany’s Leopard 2 and France’s

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Germans have positive view of the state, survey finds

German citizens see the state more positively than in the past, considering it responsible for security, education and the economy, according to a survey. Nevertheless, they remain wary of too much interference.

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US and China should be ‘partners,’ Xi tells Blinken

Chinese President Xi Jinping said the US and China should be “partners, not rivals,” as a series of issues, including Chinese aid for Russia in its war against Ukraine, continue to separate

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North Macedonia presidential election heads to runoff

Opposition candidate Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova is in the lead after winning almost almost 40% of the first-round vote. The election comes as North Macedonia seeks EU membership. North Macedonia will enter into a presidential

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US top diplomat Blinken visits China for tough talks

Antony Blinken arrived in China for his second visit in a year to discuss a range of issues amid rising tensions between the two countries. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in

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EU launches probe into Chinese medical procurement

Brussels will examine whether Beijing favors local suppliers under the “Buy China” policy to the disadvantage of EU firms. China responded that the EU was damaging its image and engaging in protectionism.

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North Korea delegation visits Iran in rare public trip

A North Korean Cabinet minister who led a delegation visit to Moscow earlier this month is in Iran, according to Pyongyang state media. North Korean state news agency KCNA reported on Wednesday that a high-level economic

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Tennessee passes bill to let teachers carry guns at school

The move comes a year after three children and three staff were killed in a school shooting in Nashville. The bill will now be sent to Republican Governor Bill Lee for consideration.

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Rwanda plan: UK Parliament passes migrant deportation bill

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the government has already chartered commercial jets that would be ready within months. The plan to send some asylum seekers to Rwanda had previously faced legal hurdles.

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India’s Modi accused of anti-Muslim campaign hate speech

At a weekend rally, Prime Minister Modi claimed the opposition wanted to take Hindus’ money and give it to “infiltrators.” The opposition Congress Party said he meant Muslims, and lodged an official

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EU sets TikTok ultimatum over ‘addictive’ new app feature

The European Commission is threatening to suspend the TikTok Lite rewards programme, unless the Chinese-owned app provides answers within 24 hours. The European Commission on Monday gave TikTok a 24-hour deadline to submit an assessment of

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EU ministers welcome US aid for Ukraine ahead of meeting

European foreign and defense ministers are meeting to discuss support for Ukraine that has waned in recent months. Sanctions against Russia and Iran are also on the agenda. Foreign and defense ministers

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US, Philippines kick off annual combat drills

The joint drills include simulations of US and Filipino troops recapturing islands amid maritime tensions between Manila and Beijing in the South China Sea. Some 16,700 Filipino and US troops began annual joint

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Papua New Guinea PM reacts to Biden ‘cannibalism’ comment

Prime Minister Marape said his nation doesn’t deserve to be labeled cannibals. In controversial statements last week, US president Biden implied his uncle may have been eaten by cannibals in the country

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Colombia: Thousands protest President Petro’s reforms

An estimated 250,000 people in Colombia took to the streets in various cities to protest the social and economic reforms of the left-wing President Gustavo Petro. Many chanted “out with Petro.” Hundreds

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Ecuador prison warden killed as country votes on security

The chief warden of a prison was shot dead in western Ecuador. His death came as citizens voted on a referendum on President Noboa’s plans to crack down on criminal gangs and

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Russia declares German foundation ‘undesirable’

Moscow has blacklisted the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, a free-market think-tank as “undesirable,” essentially banning it. The organization said it was a sign of Russia’s “threat to civil and human rights.” The Russian

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Kenya: Helicopter crash kills defense chief Francis Ogolla

Kenya’s defense chief and several other senior military officers died in a helicopter crash in a remote area of the country, the president has announced. Kenyan military chief Francis Ogolla and several

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Poland’s Duda meets ‘friend’ Donald Trump in New York

Trump and Duda discussed a range of issues, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Ahead of the November US presidential election, Trump is taking time to forge ties with foreign leaders. Former US

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Croatia: Ruling conservatives win elections without majority

Croatia’s ruling HDZ conservative party won the most seats but fell short of a parliamentary majority needed to rule without forming a coalition with other parties. Croatia’s ruling conservative Croatian Democratic Union

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Georgia: Lawmakers pass ‘foreign agent’ law in first reading

Georgia’s parliament approved the first reading of a bill on “foreign agents” that has provoked large street protests. Critics say the law would damage Georgia’s long-sought prospects of joining the European Union.

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EU summit updates: Leaders agree to expand sanctions on Iran

The 27 EU leaders agreed to widen the scope of sanctions on Iran, specifically targeting its drone and missile producers, at the end of day 1 of the summit. The EU will

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EU summit updates: Leaders to discuss Middle East, Ukraine

The 27 EU leaders are set to discuss foreign policy at the start of their two-day summit in Brussels. Tensions in the Middle East and the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine

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Solomon Islands election to decide China’s influence

The election will be the first since PM Manasseh Sogavare signed a security pact with China, which led to anti-government riots in the capital. Some opposition figures have urged the deal be

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Croatia holds parliamentary polls amid PM-president rivalry

Croatia is holding polls marked by a bitter campaign between the present heads of state and government as candidates. The elections could determine whether the EU nation moves toward Moscow or remains

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