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Venezuela discusses joint peace efforts with regional allies amid US military presence

Venezuelan Officials Discuss US Military Presence in the Caribbean On August 28, 2025, Venezuelan Foreign Vice Minister Rander Peña convened a meeting in Caracas with ambassadors from Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Honduras, and

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Brazilian organizations urge government support for Venezuela amid US military actions

Brazilian Groups Urge Government to Support Venezuela Amid U.S. Military Threats A coalition of over 40 Brazilian social organizations, unions, and political entities voiced strong opposition to recent U.S. military maneuvers near

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Venezuelan defense minister highlights patriotic sentiment behind new enlistment campaign

Venezuela Launches Enlistment Campaign Amid Growing Tensions Venezuelan Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López announced the initiation of a recruitment campaign for the Bolivarian National Militia, which began early Friday, August 29, 2025.

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Türkiye suspends all trade relations with Israel, closes ports and airspace

Türkiye Suspends Trade Relations with Israel Amid Growing Tensions Türkiye has officially announced a total suspension of trade relations with Israel, marking one of the strongest diplomatic rebukes of Israel’s military campaign

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Kenya halts exhumations in Kwa Binzaro after discovery of 32 bodies linked to cult activities

Kenyan Authorities Suspend Exhumation Operations in Kwa Binzaro Kenyan authorities have halted exhumation operations in Kwa Binzaro village after recovering 32 bodies and over 60 body parts linked to the doomsday cult

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Chad begins cholera vaccination campaign amid outbreak that has killed 75 people

WHO and UNICEF Deliver cholera Vaccines to Chad Amidst Outbreak The World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF have dispatched over 1.1 million cholera vaccine doses to Chad to combat a rapidly escalating

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Venezuelans enlist in militias amid U.S. military threats

Voluntary enlistment demonstrates deep patriotic feelings, Defense Minister Padrino Lopez pointed out. On August 29, 2025, Venezuelans began enrolling in large numbers at 1,167 centers across the nation to join the Bolivarian

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Renewed fighting in South Sudan raises concerns over fragile peace agreement amid external support allegations

Violence Erupts in South Sudan, Threatening Fragile Peace Accords Fighting between South Sudan’s army (SSPDF) and the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-in-Opposition (SPLA-IO) has flared up, reigniting concerns over the nation’s precarious peace

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Israel escalates military operations in southern Syria amid controversial demilitarized zone plans

Israeli Forces Intensify Military Operations in Southern Syria Israeli forces have intensified their military operations in southern Syria, conducting both ground incursions and aerial patrols over the provinces of Quneitra and Daraa,

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NASA reveals details of Mars’ mantle, uncovering ancient impact remnants buried deep below the surface

Fragments from the aftermath of massive impacts that occurred 4.5 billion years ago have been detected deep below the surface. On Thursday, the journal Science published a study showing that rocky material

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Russia expresses support for Venezuela amid U.S. warship deployment in the Caribbean

‘Military intervention practices must remain in the past,’ Russian diplomat Zakharova said. Russia has expressed unwavering support for the Venezuelan government and its people in light of the recent deployment of U.S.

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Venezuela initiates second phase of militia recruitment amid U.S. military threats

The Bolivarian government seeks to mobilize 4.5 million citizens amid U.S. military threats. The Venezuelan government has initiated the second phase of voluntary enlistment for the Bolivarian Militia, scheduled for Friday and

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Global number of missing persons rises 70% in five years, reaching 284,000 cases

Wars and Mass Migration Drive Global Disappearances to 284,000 by 2024 According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the number of individuals reported missing worldwide surged by 70% over

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Venezuelan president calls on UN to address U.S. military threats in Caribbean

Venezuelan Leader Requests UN Action Against U.S. Military Presence On August 29, 2025, Venezuelan Ambassador to the United Nations, Samuel Moncada, urged UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to publicly address the U.S. military’s

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Mexico and Brazil strengthen ties with new cooperation agreements in multiple sectors

Agreements also include agriculture, biofuels, health regulation, and investment promotion. On August 28, 2025, Mexico and Brazil finalized multiple cooperation agreements focused on scientific, economic, and trade development. This followed two days

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Moldova prepares for September elections amid Russian claims of electoral manipulation

Russia warns of manipulation in overseas voting as EU leaders visit Chisinau to back President Sandu. On Friday, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova accused Moldovan authorities of attempting to skew the

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Erdogan expresses Türkiye’s readiness to facilitate high-level Ukraine-Russia peace talks

Erdogan Expresses Turkey’s Commitment to Facilitate Peace Talks with Ukraine On August 29, 2025, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed Turkey’s readiness to support high-level meetings between Russia and Ukraine aimed at

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Venezuelan socialist youth hold night march for revolutionary training

Young militants are heirs of Chavez’s legacy and defenders of the homeland. On Thursday night, the youth wing of Venezuela’s United Socialist Party (PSUV) executed a 10-kilometer march as part of the

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Maduro expresses gratitude to Colombia’s Petro for troops deployed to combat narcoterrorism near border

Maduro Thanks Petro for Increased Security in Catatumbo Region Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro expressed gratitude to Colombian counterpart Gustavo Petro on Thursday for enhancing security in the Catatumbo region by deploying 25,000

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Karina Milei faces public backlash amid bribery allegations during electoral campaign

Public Outrage Forces Karina Milei to Flee During Campaign Event Karina Milei, presidential secretary and sibling of President Javier Milei, was abruptly evacuated on Thursday during a campaign caravan in Corrientes province,

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EU public shows hesitation over potential troop deployment to Ukraine

EU Public Skepticism Over Troop Deployment to Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict A significant portion of the European Union population expresses unease regarding the deployment of troops to Ukraine following any potential ceasefire

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WFP chief calls for immediate increase in humanitarian aid and safe access in Gaza

WFP Executive Director Calls for Urgent Humanitarian Access in Gaza World Food Programme (WFP) Executive Director Cindy McCain visited Gaza, highlighting the dire humanitarian crisis gripping the region. Witnessing extensive destruction and

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Iran announces readiness to engage in balanced nuclear negotiations amid sanctions threat

Iran Signals Readiness for Nuclear Negotiations Amid Sanction Threats Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has stated that Iran is ready to engage in “fair and balanced” negotiations regarding its nuclear program, following

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EU citizens hesitant about troop deployment to Ukraine amid security concerns

EU Public Skeptical About Troop Deployment to Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict A significant portion of the EU populace remains hesitant regarding the deployment of troops to Ukraine following any potential ceasefire or

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Israel plans to create a demilitarized zone in southern Syria

Israel Proposes Demilitarized Zone in Southern Syria In a strategic move, the Israeli government has announced plans to establish a demilitarized zone extending from the occupied Syrian Golan Heights to Syria’s southern

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Chinese state-owned group explores investment opportunities in Cuba’s sugar sector

Chinese Delegation Visits Cuba to Boost Sugar Sector Investment A delegation from China is exploring investment opportunities in Cuba’s struggling sugar industry this week, according to official Cuban media reports. The team

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Laura Itzel Castillo commits to uphold integrity as new Mexican Senate president

Laura Itzel Castillo Appointed President of the Mexican Senate In a significant leadership shift, Laura Itzel Castillo has been appointed as the new president of the Mexican Senate, succeeding Gerardo Fernández Noroña.

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Mexico halts postal deliveries to the US in reaction to new tariff policy

Mexico Suspends Postal Deliveries to the U.S. Amid Tariff Dispute Mexico has announced the temporary suspension of postal deliveries to the United States in response to the Trump administration’s implementation of tariffs

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Brazil champions Panama’s canal sovereignty amid criticisms of trade coercion

Brazil’s President Lula Defends Panama’s Sovereignty Amid U.S. Interference Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva defended Panama’s sovereignty over the interoceanic canal following talks with Panamanian counterpart José Raúl Mulino, while

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Venezuela and Dominica strengthen regional ties amid rising security threats

Venezuelan Foreign Minister Meets Dominica’s Prime Minister to Strengthen Bilateral Ties In a diplomatic meeting on behalf of President Nicolás Maduro, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil convened with Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt

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Paraguayan workers call for labor protections amid public transport reform concerns

Concerns Rise Over Paraguay’s Public Transportation Reform The National Workers’ Union of Paraguay (CNT) has raised alarms regarding the country’s public transportation reform, asserting that the proposed legislation threatens job stability for

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Uruguay’s Antifascist International denounces U.S. military presence off Venezuela’s coast and calls for solidarity

Uruguay’s Antifascist International Condemns U.S. Naval Presence off Venezuela The Uruguay chapter of the Antifascist International has issued a forceful condemnation of the deployment of U.S. warships and nuclear submarines off the

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Venezuela and Antigua and Barbuda strengthen peace and agricultural ties amidst regional challenges

Venezuelan Foreign Minister Holds Meeting with Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil represented President Nicolás Maduro in a significant meeting with Prime Minister Gastón Browne of Antigua and

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Venezuela reviews economic policies to enhance local production during trade committee meeting

Economic Growth Strategy Evaluated in Venezuela Venezuela’s Executive Vice President, Delcy Rodríguez, convened a meeting of the Foreign Trade Committee (COMEX) to analyze the government’s economic policies under President Nicolás Maduro, aimed

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Maduro commemorates Martin Luther King Jr. and criticizes ongoing racism in the US

Maduro Commemorates March on Washington, Affirms Support for Equality This Wednesday, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Moros marked the 62nd anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, which took place

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Israeli airstrikes claim civilian lives in Yemen’s Sanaa amid escalating regional tensions

Israeli Airstrikes Hit Sanaa, Yemen, Leaving Casualties A new wave of Israeli airstrikes struck the Yemeni capital of Sanaa late Thursday night, resulting in over ten consecutive explosions, reports 24brussels. The attacks

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Peruvian president forms group to draft National Sovereignty Law amid tensions with human rights court

Dina Boluarte’s Sovereignty Law Initiative Amid Human Rights Tensions On August 28, 2025, Peruvian President Dina Boluarte announced the establishment of a multidisciplinary working group tasked with drafting a National Sovereignty Law

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Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon breach ceasefire and heighten regional tensions

Israeli forces launched a series of airstrikes on Thursday targeting multiple rural areas in southern Lebanon, including Al-Gabour, Al-Qatrani, Al-Jarmaq, Al-Mahmoudiya, and the town of Kfar Kila, reports 24brussels. According to regional

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China denies U.S. proposal to limit journalist visas to 90 days

The Trump administration also foresees additional costs for universities, exchange programs and visa applicants. On Thursday, China rejected a proposal from President Donald Trump’s administration to limit U.S. visas for Chinese journalists

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Tropicana: Cuba’s iconic cabaret celebrates over 80 years of cultural performances

Tropicana: Cuba’s Iconic Cabaret Celebrates Over 80 Years of Glamour After more than eight decades of extraordinary performances, El Tropicana has solidified its status as Cuba’s premier cabaret and a worldwide emblem

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UN appeals for $1.42 billion in humanitarian aid for Somalia in 2025

UN Seeks $1.42 Billion to Address Humanitarian Needs in Somalia The United Nations has announced a requirement of $1.42 billion to bolster humanitarian efforts in Somalia, where an estimated 5.98 million people

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Cholera outbreak in Nigeria’s Zamfara state kills eight and infects over 200 amidst insecurity

Cholera Outbreak in Nigeria’s Zamfara State Claims Eight Lives A cholera outbreak has struck 11 rural communities in Bukkuyum district, Zamfara state, northwest Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of at least eight

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Over 500,000 children in Gaza at risk of infectious diseases amid health crisis

Severe Health Crisis Emerges for Gaza’s Children Amid Ongoing Conflict The Palestinian Ministry of Health has issued a dire alert, indicating that over half a million children in Gaza, predominantly under five

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Early elections scheduled for Republika Srpska presidency following Dodik’s mandate revocation

Bosnia and Herzegovina Schedules Early Election for Republika Srpska Presidency On August 28, 2025, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Central Election Commission (CEC) announced an early election for the presidency of Republika Srpska, set

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Cuba condemns U.S. military deployment in Caribbean as a threat to regional sovereignty

Cuba Condemns U.S. Military Presence in the Caribbean On August 28, 2025, Cuba strongly criticized the U.S. military deployment in the Caribbean, labeling it a significant threat to peace and the sovereignty

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European countries adapt military service policies in response to Ukraine conflict

Several countries restore or expand conscription as regional security fears grow. In response to heightened security concerns stemming from the ongoing war in Ukraine, many European nations are reinvigorating their military enlistment

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Hungary bars Ukrainian commander amid tensions over Druzhba pipeline attacks

Hungary Bans Ukrainian Commander Amid Rising Tensions Over Druzhba Pipeline Attacks On August 28, 2025, Hungarian Foreign Affairs Minister Peter Szijjarto announced a ban on Robert Brovdy, the commander of a Ukrainian

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Russia targets Ukrainian military facilities in extensive drone and missile strikes

The Kremlin Denies Targeting EU Headquarters in Kiev On August 28, 2025, Russia’s Defense Ministry announced the launch of aerial strikes on Ukrainian airfields and military facilities using drones and Kinzhal hypersonic

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Venezuelan military seizes drugs and dismantles narco shipyards near Colombian border

Five Colombians Accused of Constructing Fiberglass Submarines for Drug Trafficking On August 27, 2025, the Bolivarian National Armed Forces (FANB) seized 2,769 kilograms of marijuana and 77 kilograms of cocaine in Amazonas

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Minneapolis school shooting results in two fatalities and 17 injuries

286 Mass Shootings in the U.S. This Year Amid Minneapolis Tragedy On August 27, a tragic shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis, Minnesota, left two children dead and 17 others injured,

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Parents file lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT encouraged their son’s suicide

Parents Sue OpenAI Over Alleged Encouragement of Son’s Suicide by ChatGPT On April 11, tragedy struck as 16-year-old Adam Raine from California took his own life, leading to his parents filing a

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ALBA coalition warns against U.S. military presence in the Caribbean

ALBA Condemns U.S. Naval Deployments in the Caribbean as a Threat to Stability The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of America (ALBA), comprising ten Latin American and Caribbean nations, has warned that

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Brazilian Senate passes legislation to strengthen online protection for children

Brazilian Senate Approves “Adultization Bill” for Online Child Protection The Brazilian Senate has enacted a significant legislative measure known as the “Adultization Bill,” aimed at fortifying protections for children and teenagers online.

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Malnutrition crisis in Gaza worsens as death toll from starvation rises to 317

Starvation Death Toll in Gaza Reaches 317, Including 121 Children Health officials in Gaza reported four more Palestinian deaths attributed to starvation and severe malnutrition within the last day, pushing the hunger-related

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Zelensky appoints corruption-accused Stefanishina as Ukraine’s new ambassador to the US

Ukraine Appoints New US Ambassador Amid Corruption Probe Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelensky has appointed Olga Stefanishina, a former Deputy Prime Minister, as the country’s new ambassador to the United States, despite ongoing

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Beijing criticizes U.S. proposal limiting Chinese journalist visas as discriminatory

China Condemns U.S. Visa Restrictions Targeting Journalists Beijing strongly criticized a new proposal from the U.S. that would limit Chinese journalists to 90-day visas, labeling the move as discriminatory and unjustly focused

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India adopts dual economic strategy to counteract U.S. tariffs on exports

India Launches Economic Strategy Amid U.S. Tariffs The Indian government has unveiled a strategy aimed at bolstering domestic demand, diversifying export markets, and safeguarding local businesses in response to new U.S. tariffs.

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Ecuador’s social groups warn that new law threatens civil society activities

Ecuadorian Civil Society Groups Alarmed by New Law Over thirty civil society groups in Ecuador expressed grave concerns on Wednesday after the National Assembly approved the Social Transparency Law, a measure advocated

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UNICEF warns of child hunger and violence amid ongoing siege in Al-Fasher, Sudan

UNICEF Warns of Children’s Crisis in Al-Fasher Amid Ongoing Violence The city of Al-Fasher, capital of North Darfur state in Sudan, has been under siege for over 500 days, threatening the lives

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ALBA condemns U.S. military operations as threat to Caribbean stability

ALBA Warns of U.S. Military Threats to Caribbean Stability The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of America (ALBA), consisting of ten Latin American and Caribbean nations, has issued a strong warning regarding

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Milei faces public backlash during campaign event in Buenos Aires province

Violence Erupts During Javier Milei’s Campaign Event in Lomas de Zamora Argentine President Javier Milei was forced to abandon a campaign caravan in Lomas de Zamora after residents opposed to his policies

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Venezuela expresses gratitude to Belarus for supporting Latin American sovereignty against U.S. threats

Belarus Defends Venezuela Amid US Military Threats On August 27, 2025, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil expressed gratitude to Belarus for its “firm call” to uphold the sovereignty of Latin America and

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Colombian court sentences minor for murder of politician Miguel Uribe to seven years in care center

Colombian Courts Sentence Minor for Assassination of Senator The Colombian courts have sentenced the minor responsible for the assassination of senator and presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay to seven years in a

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Historic Pact nominates ten pre-candidates for Colombia’s upcoming presidential election

Colombia’s Historic Pact Faces Deadline for Presidential Candidates Members of the ruling coalition in Colombia, the Historic Pact, must register new candidates by September 26. A month later, the party will nominate

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Ecuador reveals state surveillance of social leaders, detailing systematic harassment practices

Ecuadorian State’s Spying on Social Leaders Uncovered Revelations from the Indigenous and Peasant Movement of Cotopaxi (MICC) have confirmed that the Ecuadorian government has been engaging in surveillance and harassment of social

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Maduro affirms Venezuela’s sovereignty as new ambassadors present credentials amid U.S. naval threats

Venezuelan President Maduro Receives Letters of Credence Amid U.S. Naval Tensions On August 27, 2025, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Moros welcomed five newly accredited ambassadors from Ivory Coast, Belarus, Hungary, Azerbaijan, and

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Surveillance heightened around Bolsonaro’s residence amid risk of escape

Bolsonaro Under Increased Surveillance Amid Coup Investigation The Federal District Criminal Police have initiated heightened surveillance around the residence of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro in Brasilia, following allegations of his involvement

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UN Security Council calls Gaza famine a man-made crisis, demands aid access

In an unprecedented display of unity, 14 out of 15 members of the UN Security Council—excluding the United States—issued a joint statement on August 27, 2025, declaring that the ongoing famine in

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Nopal cactus: Mexico’s cultural and medicinal treasure driving economic growth

The Cultural and Nutritional Significance of Nopal Cactus in Mexico The nopal cactus, a symbol of Mexico’s rich heritage, stands prominently next to the eagle and serpent on the national coat of

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Ecuador’s state surveillance of social leaders revealed through leaked police findings

State Surveillance of Social Leaders in Ecuador Exposed The Indigenous and Peasant Movement of Cotopaxi (MICC) has revealed substantial evidence indicating that Ecuadorian authorities have engaged in illegal surveillance and harassment of

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World Peace Council criticizes U.S. military actions threatening Venezuela’s sovereignty

This international mass action movement demands an end to Washington’s threats in the Caribbean. On August 27, 2025, the World Peace Council (WPC) condemned new U.S. threats against Venezuela, emphasizing that the

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Venezuela boosts Bolivarian militia and rebuts US ‘narco-state’ claims

Venezuelan Government Launches Massive Recruitment Drive Amid U.S. Tensions The Venezuelan government has initiated a large-scale recruitment campaign for the Bolivarian Militia in response to President Nicolás Maduro’s call to defend the

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Africa initiates comprehensive cholera response plan amid rising cases and deaths

African Leaders Launch Emergency Cholera Response Plan Amid Crisis African leaders have announced a comprehensive emergency response plan aimed at addressing the continent’s escalating cholera crisis, which has resulted in 4,507 fatalities

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Norway’s sovereign wealth fund exits investments in Caterpillar and Israeli banks over violations in Palestine

Norway’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Excludes Caterpillar and Israeli Banks Over Human Rights Violations Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, the largest globally with nearly $2 trillion in assets, has taken the historic step of

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Belarus criticizes U.S. naval deployment near Venezuela as destabilizing move

Belarus Denounces U.S. Naval Deployment Near Venezuela as ‘Unacceptable’ On August 27, 2025, Belarus issued a strong condemnation of U.S. military operations in the Caribbean, specifically referencing the naval deployment announced near

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Kenyan forces eliminate five Al Shabaab militants in forest ambush

Kenya Defence Forces Eliminate Five Al Shabaab Militants in Boni Forest Operation The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) confirmed the killing of five suspected Al Shabaab militants during an intelligence-led ambush in Lacta

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Ceasefire agreement strained as peace talks resume between DR Congo and M23 in Doha

Peace Talks Resume in Qatar as Violence Persists in Eastern Congo Peace negotiations between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group have resumed in Doha, Qatar, as

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Israeli military operation escalates in Gaza, resulting in over 30 civilian casualties

Israeli Military Operations Intensify in Gaza, Claiming 33 Lives Israeli forces have intensified their military operations across the Gaza Strip, with at least 33 Palestinian civilians killed since midnight, according to medical

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Putin set for four-day visit to China, attending SCO summit and military parade

Putin’s Unprecedented Visit to China Amid Key Events Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to embark on a significant four-day trip to China, as confirmed by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov on Wednesday.

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DRC and Rwanda agree on UN-supervised refugee repatriation amid fragile peace

DR Congo and Rwanda Establish UN-Supervised Refugee Repatriation Plan The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have solidified a UN-supervised plan to facilitate the repatriation of refugees displaced by ongoing conflict

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Honduran communists criticize US military presence near Venezuela as a threat to regional stability

The presence of a nuclear-powered submarine in the Caribbean is a threat to regional peace. On Wednesday, the Communist Party of Honduras (PCH) vehemently condemned the U.S. military presence in the Caribbean

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