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Peace, not at Ukraine’s expense: The United States rejects unilateral concessions as the basis for negotiations with Russia

One of the main fears that the Kremlin is trying to impose on Ukrainian society and the international community is the supposed existence of secret agreements in which Ukraine’s interests are gradually

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Ukraine is not an object but a subject of negotiations: Kremlin disinformation and the position of the democratic world

In the midst of Russia’s full-scale aggression against Ukraine, a fierce battle is also being fought on the information front. One of the recurring narratives spread by Russian propaganda is the claim

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Markets soar following Trump’s reversal on trade tariffs

The global market meltdown turned into euphoria on Thursday morning after Donald Trump’s about-turn on tariffs imposed on the rest of the world, with the exception of China. After triggering a global

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US raises import tariffs on Chinese goods to 104 per cent as trade tensions escalate

The United States is raising its import tariffs on Chinese goods to a staggering 104 per cent, White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt announced on Fox Business. The measure will take effect on

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US considers withdrawing up to 10,000 troops from Eastern Europe

The US Department of Defence is considering withdrawing thousands of military personnel from Eastern Europe, NBC News reports, citing six anonymous US and European government sources.  The Trump administration wants to recall

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European stock markets tumble after China announces 84 per cent tariffs on US goods

China will raise its tariffs on goods from the United States to 84 per cent from Thursday. The rise comes in response to the earlier US increase in tariffs to 104 per

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Belgium pledges €1 billion in annual aid to Ukraine as defence ties deepen

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked Belgium for a new €1 billion support package announced during prime minister Bart De Wever’s first official visit to Ukraine on Tuesday. De Wever (N-VA) was

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‘Putin is laughing at America’. Why the US should stop flirting with Russia – The Hill op-ed

Russia does not seek a real compromise with the West, instead, Putin “laughs” at America and wants to weaken it, writes Andrew Chahoyan, a professor at the University of Amsterdam and former

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Europe provides 10m euros extra aid as Myanmar earthquake death toll exceeds 3,500

The European Commission has released 10 million euros in additional humanitarian aid for the victims of the earthquake in Myanmar, the Commission announced on Monday. The funds will be used to provide

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Countries gather to discuss greening the shipping sector

The 176 member states of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), the United Nations agency responsible for regulating maritime transport, are gathering in London from Monday until Friday to discuss the greening of

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Asian stock markets plummet as US tariff fallout continues

Asian and Australian stock markets opened with heavy losses on Monday morning as the fallout from Donald Trump’s trade tariffs continues.  Shortly after opening, the Nikkei in Tokyo was down 8 per

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USA Increases Pressure on Russia: No Compromises at Ukraine’s Expense

Washington remains firm in its strategy to contain Russia The administration of President Donald Trump is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to end the war between Ukraine and Russia. While Washington officially supports

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The Kremlin is coming back for fertilizers. How Orban is helping Moscow regain control of a strategic company in Poland

In an era of tough sanctions policies aimed at isolating Russian capital in Europe, it seems impossible that an oligarch close to the Kremlin could regain control of a strategic enterprise in

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‘Lose-lose scenario’: Employers’ federations fear impact of US tariffs

The additional American import duties announced by Donald Trump this week threaten to hit Belgium directly and indirectly, according to Belgium’s largest employers’ association.  Olivier Joris, director of European and International Affairs

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Trump shakes up global trade with sweeping import tariffs

Financial markets went down and international politicians are looking for a response after US president Donald Trump announced a long-promised steep rise in import tariffs on all goods to the US. For

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US officials push Europe to continue buying American arms

Washington is not happy with European attempts to limit the participation of US manufacturers in arms tenders, Reuters reports on Wednesday. US officials have told European allies they want them to keep

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Year-on-year Tesla registrations down 70 per cent in Belgium

Tesla, the US electric car manufacturer, saw registrations in Belgium plummet in March. Registrations of Tesla cars fell by almost 70 per cent compared to March 2024, figures from industry federation Febiac

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Tomorrowland adds extra shows as UNITY sells out in Las Vegas

The first three shows of UNITY, the new Tomorrowland concept in collaboration with US festival giant Insomniac, have sold out completely. Due to overwhelming demand, organisers have added six extra dates, with

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Belgium rejects US pressure on corporate diversity policies

Finance minister Jan Jambon, Foreign minister Maxime Prévot and Equal Opportunities minister Rob Beenders have rejected US pressure on the diversity policies of Belgian and European companies. Belgium immediately contacted the US

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German, Austrian ministers cancel Syria trip over threats

Berlin – According to German authorities, the interior ministers of Germany and Austria canceled their scheduled trip to Syria on Thursday due to a potential threat to their delegation. Germany’s Nancy Faeser

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Nearly Half of the Country’s Attorney Generals Make Legal Effort to Restore FEMA Funds

At least 215 FEMA grants to 19 states remain frozen despite a March 6 federal court order to release them from a judge in Rhode Island. President Donald Trump has recently floated

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Armenian parliament approves EU accession bill

Yerevan  – The Armenian parliament on March 26 passed a bill “On starting the process of accession of the Republic of Armenia to the European Union” in its second and final reading.

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Spanish PM vows to expand defence industry before summer

Madrid – Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said that the Spanish government will outline and begin implementing a plan to increase the defence sector before the summer. “The objective of this plan is

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Arctic Power Play: U.S. Influence in Greenland & Russia’s Pushback

Greece – The Arctic region has emerged as a key area of geopolitical interest, with recent events underscoring its strategic importance. As Greenland prepares for local elections and discussions on forming a new

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Umicore’s germanium projects receive EU support

The European Commission has selected 47 strategic projects to improve the extraction, processing and recycling of critical raw materials in the European Union, including the germanium activities of Belgium’s Umicore. Under the

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Farce in Crimea. How Russia is trying to legitimize the occupation of Crimea

From March 27 to 28, 2025, the so-called “International Scientific and Diplomatic Congress” is taking place at the Livadia Palace, located in the temporarily occupied Crimea. This event represents yet another attempt

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SAFE – European Rapid Reaction Force

Another strategic initiative is SAFE (Strategic Autonomous Forces Europe), created to ensure rapid response to conflicts in Europe. SAFE provides for: SAFE can become an alternative to UN peacekeeping missions, which depend

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Tesla sales plunge by half in Europe as competition grows

Tesla’s vehicle sales in Europe have almost halved in the first two months of the year compared to the same period in 2024, according to figures released on Tuesday by the European

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The West is helping Ukraine not out of altruism, but for the sake of its own security

French, Dutch and Italian experts point out that the defense of Ukraine is the defense of the whole of Europe. Latvia emphasizes that Ukraine’s defeat will lead to a threat to new

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Energy war: why is the Kremlin destroying infrastructure?

France, the Netherlands and Brussels have condemned the Russian strikes on the Ukrainian energy infrastructure, calling them war crimes. Dutch companies have offered assistance in rebuilding destroyed facilities, while the EU is

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Russia wants to freeze the war: where will it lead?

Russia is actively promoting the idea of a temporary cessation of hostilities, but experts warn that this is only a tactical pause to prepare a new offensive. France, the Netherlands, Latvia and

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Keir Starmer backs Trump on Europe’s defence spending

London – UK PM Keir Starmer said U.S. President Donald Trump has a point that European nations must bear a greater burden for their collective self-defence, the New York Times reported. Starmer

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German economic associations call for “bold reforms”

Germany’s four largest economic associations have sent a joint appeal to the parties involved in coalition negotiations calling for reforms to ensure successful economic development. Germany’s economic associations have called on the

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Pope to give blessing from hospital window in first appearance since getting ill

Pope Francis will appear in public again on Sunday for a greeting and blessing to the faithful after the traditional Angelus Catholic prayer. The text will not be read by the Pontiff

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Brussels, my love? A democratic Syria – realistic or just a pipe dream?

In this edition of our talk show from Brussels, the participants discuss the new beginning in Syria, the continuation of diplomacy in Ukraine and the allegations of bribery in connection with the

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Dozens reported killed in overnight Gaza air strikes

At least 70 people have been reported killed following overnight strikes across Gaza. Israeli forces have launched a limited ground operation in central Gaza. At least 70 people on Thursday have been

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Presidents of Rwanda and DR Congo hold talks in Qatar

The leaders reaffirmed their support for a ceasefire a day after M23 rebels pulled out of talks in Angola. Qatar on Tuesday mediated talks involving the presidents of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, which

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Turkey detains Istanbul mayor Imamoglu in corruption probe

The Turkish president’s main political rival, Ekrem Imamoglu, was set to be nominated as his party’s presidential candidate. The opposition CHP has called his detention an “attempted coup.” Turkish authorities have detained

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Bangladesh arrests leader of Rohingya insurgent group

ARSA chief Ataullah Abu Ammar Jununi is accused of carrying out deadly 2017 attacks that led to a brutal military crackdown in Myanmar and forced 750,000 Rohingya Muslims to flee to Bangladesh.

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Ukraine updates: Trump, Putin agree on 30-day energy truce

The two leaders agreed on a 30-day ceasefire for energy and infrastructure. Additional negotiations are set to begin “immediately” in the Middle East, the White House said. Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump agreed in

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NASA astronauts return to Earth after 9 months on ISS

Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams returned to Earth in a SpaceX capsule after technical problems left them extending their stay on the International Space Station. NASA astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Suni Williams, who

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Ukraine updates: Expectations high ahead of Trump-Putin call

The leaders are due to speak during a telephone call about possibly ending the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin said the call will last as long as necessary.  Trump and Putin are

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NASA astronauts begin return to Earth after 9 months on ISS

Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams are returning to Earth in a SpaceX capsule after technical problems left them extending their stay on the International Space Station. NASA astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Suni Williams

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M23 rebels withdraw from Congo peace talks

M23 rebels said they were pulling out of talks with the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo because EU sanctions against Rwandan officials earlier in the day “undermined” negotiations. The Rwanda-backed

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Germany ‘monitoring’ US detentions of its citizens

German officials are trying to determine whether three cases in which citizens were detained while trying to enter the United States signal a change in US policy. Germany is “monitoring” how its citizens

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US: White House denies flouting court order on deportations

The White House said it was acting within the “confines of the law” after carrying out deportations of immigrants it says are members of a Venezuelan gang. A judge had ordered a

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North Macedonia probes deadly nightclub blaze

North Macedonia has flown flags at half mast for the victims of a night spot blaze that killed dozens. More than 20 people are under investigation over the incident. The North Macedonian Interior Ministry

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Philippine Senate to probe Duterte arrest, handover to ICC

The Philippine Senate has said it will investigate whether due process was upheld in the detention of ex-President Rodrigo Duterte. The probe has been initiated by Imee Marcos, the sister of President

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Brazil: Bolsonaro and supporters rally against coup charges

Former far-right President Jair Bolsonaro joined protesters at Copacabana Beach amid legal troubles over alleged attempts to overthrow President Lula’s government in 2023. Thousands of supporters of Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro rallied at Brazil’s famous

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Ukraine: US and Russia’s top diplomats discuss ‘next steps’

Indicating a thaw in US-Russia relations, Marco Rubio and Sergey Lavrov spoke about further efforts to end the war in Ukraine as overnight aerial strikes continue. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russia’s

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Trump admin vows ‘unrelenting’ strikes on Houthis in Yemen

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has vowed to continue the missile strikes on Yemen’s Houthis until their attacks stop. But the rebels promise further escalation. The United States will continue to strike Yemen’s Houthi

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Deadly storms, tornadoes sweep across US

Authorities have warned more severe weather is bound for the US East Coast later on Sunday, with several states under tornado watches. Multiple tornadoes have lashed large parts of the southern and midwestern

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Hungary at a Crossroads: Struggle for Democracy or Path to Dictatorship?

On March 15, 2025, Budapest became the scene of mass protests, once again demonstrating the complexity of the country’s situation. Tens of thousands of people took to the streets to protest against

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Ukraine and the USA: Partnership, Not Capitulation

Recently, discussions about a possible ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia have intensified in the media. The Kremlin is pushing narratives suggesting that the West is allegedly forcing Kyiv into capitulation. However, the

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EU welcomes conclusion of Armenia-Azerbaijan peace talks

The European Union says conclusion of Azerbaijan and Armenia talks and agreement on the text of a possible treaty, “a decisive step.” The European Union on Friday congratulated the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan for finalizing

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American Airlines engine catches fire on tarmac in Denver

Twelve hospitalized with minor injuries after emergency evacuation of burning American Airlines plane at Denver airport. The engine of an American Airlines plane caught fire after it landing in the US city

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Spain: Scientists uncover oldest face in Western Europe

The facial bones of an adult nicknamed “Pink,” unearthed in Spain, rewrite humankind’s early history in Europe. Scientists in Spain have excavated fossilized facial bones that may be from a previously unknown species of the

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Syria’s interim president creates national security council

A national security council in Syria will tackle security and political challenges, according to an official order from the country’s transitional presidency. Syria’s new leaders on Wednesday announced that they will create a

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Ukraine: Trump says negotiators headed to Russia ‘right now’

The US president said an American team would hold talks with Russian officials on a possible ceasefire with Ukraine. Meanwhile, European defense ministers are gathering in Paris to discuss the war. US

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Pakistan: Many hostages freed after Balochistan train attack

Baloch separatists have taken hundreds of people hostage after attacking a passenger train. Scores have been freed after government forces launched a large-scale operation. Over a hundred train passengers were rescued after being

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North Sea collision: Captain arrested for manslaughter

The UK has detained the captain of a Portuguese cargo ship that collided into a US tanker carrying jet fuel and led to a massive blaze in the North Sea. Meanwhile, both

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Duterte arrested at Manila Airport on ICC warrant

Philippine police served an Interpol arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court on the former president for his deadly narcotics crackdown during his time in office. Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at

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Trump administration ordered to pay $2 billion in aid

A federal judge ordered the US administration to release foreign aid payments that are due under certain existing contracts. A United States district judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s administration must pay nearly $2

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North Sea: Tanker hired by US military hit by cargo ship

A tanker carrying jet fuel for the US military has collided with a ship transporting chemicals off the UK coast. The crew of the Stena Immaculate tanker reported explosions on board. Cargo

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Germany, UK urge Israel to resume aid, electricity to Gaza

Israel cut electricity supplies to the Palestinian enclave to pressure Hamas into releasing more hostages. Meanwhile, Israel has sent negotiators to Doha to discuss the Gaza ceasefire. Germany has called on Israel to restore

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Indians repatriated after release from Myanmar scam centers

Thousands of people have been freed in recent weeks from the online scam centers operating near the Myanmar-Thai border. Most of them are stuck in limbo waiting to be flown home. Over

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Iran, China and Russia launch annual joint naval drills

Marine Security Belt naval drills are held annually by Iran, China and Russia near the Gulf of Oman. The waters are strategically important for global trade and oil exports in particular. Russian

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Luxembourg’s Prince Frederik dies of rare disease

There is no cure or treatment for POLG mitochondrial disease, which attacks multiple organ systems. He passed away at the age of 22. Prince Frederik of Luxembourg has died of a rare condition known

3 months ago

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Hungary, Paks II, and Viktor Orbán: How Corruption in Nuclear Energy Threatens European Unity

Hungary’s nuclear energy ambitions are once again at the center of European controversy. The construction of the Paks II nuclear power plant, a project carried out with the participation of the Russian

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Deutsche Bahn pays €197M in compensation for delays in 2024

Deutsche Bahn pays €197M in compensation for delays in 2024 German rail operator Deutsche Bahn (DB) reported on Sunday that it had paid out almost €197 million ($214 million) in customer compensation

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EU summit on Ukraine: Europe seems ready to spend on defense

From “watershed moment” to “turning point,” there’s been no shortage of declarations about the danger from Russia as the US turns on Ukraine and Europe. But did EU leaders rise to the

3 months ago

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Strikes to hit Frankfurt, 10 other German airports

Workers at Germany’s largest airports, including international hubs Frankfurt and Munich, are set to go on strike on Monday. Travel disruptions are expected. Trade union Verdi on Friday said workers at Frankfurt Airport

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Syria sees worst day of violence since ouster of Assad

Almost 50 people were killed in clashes between security forces and pro-Assad gunmen in Latakia, once the stronghold of the Assad family. The government has tried to play down sectarian tensions. A

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Germany fined €34 million for late whistleblower protection

The EU’s highest court has fined Germany and four other countries for failing to create laws to boost protection for those who expose wrongdoing. The European Union’s highest court on Thursday handed Germany a fine

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Agreement with the US: Why Ukraine Does Not Yield to Pressure but Shapes Its Own Victory Strategy

Russian Propaganda vs. RealityThe narrative that Ukraine is “forced to make a deal with the US” is a classic manipulation aimed at undermining trust in the Ukrainian government and its allies. The

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Hong Kong court quashes Tiananmen activists’ conviction

Three pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong had been sentenced to jail and served sentences for refusing to hand over information to authorities. A court has quashed their conviction in a rare win

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South Korea: Shells hit civilian area during military drill

Air force officials said eight bombs were “abnormally released” from a fighter jet during a live-fire military drill exercise. Media reported the shells landed in the civilian region of Pocheon. Several civilians

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Japan: Blast at auto parts plant in Toyota city kills one

The plant in the central city of Toyota has seen a similar explosion in 2023 which forced the company to suspend production at some domestic plants for some time. An explosion at

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US: Trump delays auto tariffs for a month

The US president revised the 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico a day after implementing them. Meanwhile, Canada filed a WTO complaint against the new US tariffs. Donald Trump says

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Pakistan mourns civilians, soldiers killed in Bannu attack

Two suicide bombings targeting a military base killed 18 people in northwestern Pakistan. A militant group linked to the Pakistani Taliban claimed responsibility. Schools and shops remained closed in Pakistan’s northwestern city

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Germany: Aircraft crashes into garden, killing pilot

The pilot of a small aircraft died after it crashed into the garden of a residential building in Plettenberg in Germany’s western North-Rhein Westphalia state. The man’s identity had yet to be

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Trump says Kabul airport bombing orchestrator arrested

The “top terrorist” responsible for the Kabul Abbey Gate suicide bombing was being extradited to the US for “swift” justice, according to US President Donald Trump. A so-called “Islamic State” (IS) operative —

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Arab leaders, UN endorse Egypt’s $53 billion Gaza plan

Egypt’s alternative to Trump’s “Gaza Riviera” plan is expected to cost $53 billion and take five years. Cairo says it will host a conference for Gaza reconstruction next month. Leaders at an

3 months ago

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Trump tariffs: China, Canada and Mexico retaliate in kind

Stocks and shares dropped as US tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China came into effect. Other US trade partners are fearing similar measures. Hours after the controversial tariffs on Canada and Mexico came into effect, US Commerce Secretary

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Ukraine: Zelenskyy ready to work with Trump toward peace

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy has said he is ready to negotiate peace “as soon as possible” after President Donald Trump cut US military aid to Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also said on X that

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What would it cost Europe to defend itself without the US?

Donald Trump’s controversial initiative to end the war in Ukraine has reignited the longstanding issue of how Europe can fend for itself. And what would that mean for the continent economically and

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Germany: Several Hamburg police officers face racism probe

Fifteen police officers in Hamburg, some of them retired, are being investigated over racist chat messages. They could face disciplinary measures. Police in the northern German city-state of Hamburg on Tuesday searched nine apartments as

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EU’s von der Leyen proposes €800 billion defense plan

The European Commission president says increasing defense spending is necessary in “an era of rearmament.” A European summit on defense and Ukraine is planned this week amid tense transatlantic relations. European Commission

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Arab leaders gather to discuss Gaza reconstruction

Egypt, Jordan, Qatar and Saudi Arabia are seeking to come up with a plan to rebuild Gaza and counter Donald Trump’s “riviera” proposal. Arab leaders are meeting at an emergency summit in

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Trump orders pause of US military aid to Ukraine

The suspension comes just days after Trump clashed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the White House. US President Donald Trump on Monday ordered a temporary suspension of US military aid to Ukraine. It comes

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Gaza: First fatal attack since ceasefire began

The stabbing at a transport station left at least one person dead and four injured. The alleged perpetrator — who held German citizenship — was killed in what police called a “terror

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Swedish police probe water sabotage attempt on Gotland

The water supply on the Baltic Sea island of Gotland came close to being shut off by unknown saboteurs, reports say. Damage to pumps in a lake was “not accidental.” Swedish police are

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Arab world, aid groups slam Israel’s block on Gaza aid

Egypt and Saudi Arabia criticized Israel’s decision to stop food and other supplies from entering the Gaza Strip. Aid agencies say the decision will be “devastating” for residents. Israel stopped the entry of

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US carrier docks in South Korea after North’s missile tests

The USS Carl Vinson has entered the port of Busan, South Korea, in a show of force expected to enrage Pyongyang. The move comes just days after North Korea tested strategic cruise

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Fico on the Zelensky-Trump Meeting

Robert Fico’s statement about the meeting between Trump and Zelensky reflects his pragmatic approach to Slovakia’s foreign policy and does not hide his ties with Russia. Fico clearly states that Slovakia will

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Brave Sir Keir Runs Away from the Battle

LONDON – Almost exactly 50 years ago, “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” hit cinemas – a mercilessly sarcastic parody of Britain’s national myth: King Arthur and the Knights of the Round

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Mexico extradites 29 drug traffickers to US

Mexico’s removal of major drug cartel figures comes as the country seeks to dissuade Trump from slapping 25% tariffs on Mexican goods. The extradition is Mexico’s largest in years. Mexican authorities on Thursday

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S. Africa: USAID cuts could prompt over 500,000 HIV deaths

The head of a HIV foundation in South Africa has warned that US funding cuts could lead to half a million deaths and as many new HIV infections over 10 years. US

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Police probe arson attack linked to Tesla plant in Berlin

Police in Germany are investigating what they describe as an “assumed” arson attack at a Berlin construction site after activists reportedly claimed responsibility. German police said on Wednesday they are investigating an “assumed” arson

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Sudan: UN food agency pauses aid in famine-hit refugee camp

The World Food Program has halted aid distribution in the Zamzam camp in North Darfur. WFP officials said intensified fighting between the military and RSF paramilitary forced them to stop providing the

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