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Berlin’s anti-Russian stance signals new cold war front, Moscow warns

Berlin’s anti-Russian stance signals new cold war front, Moscow warns

Russia has lashed out at Germany for what it calls an intensifying campaign of “hysterical Russophobia” aimed at reshaping the European political...

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Thailand and Cambodia agree to unconditional ceasefire after deadly border clashes

Thailand and Cambodia agree to unconditional ceasefire after deadly border clashes

After nearly a week of intense fighting along their shared border, Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire...

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Zelensky retreats on anti-corruption clampdown amid protests and western rebuke

Zelensky retreats on anti-corruption clampdown amid protests and western rebuke

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has performed a stark U-turn on legislation that critics said undermined the independence of the country’s...

26.07.2025 40

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Rosneft slams EU sanctions on Indian refinery as ‘illegal,’ warns of energy security fallout

In a fiery statement issued on July 20, Russian oil giant Rosneft condemned the European Union’s recent sanctions against the Vadinar refinery in...

22.07.2025 60

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Crypto’s regulatory moment: Big Wins for Industry, Big Risks for Consumers

Crypto’s regulatory moment: Big Wins for Industry, Big Risks for Consumers

In what Republican lawmakers hailed as “Crypto Week,” the US House of Representatives approved a series of landmark bills that are expected to...

22.07.2025 40

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Lula slams Trump’s tariff threat: ‘He’s not emperor of the world’

In a sharp rebuke to escalating economic tensions between the United States and Brazil, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has firmly rejected US...

19.07.2025 60

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Bitcoin hits new all-time high record $122K as US embraces pro-crypto policies

Bitcoin has surged to unprecedented heights, breaking through the $120,000 barrier and setting a new all-time high that underscores the...

18.07.2025 60

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North Korea expands military support to Russia amid Ukraine war escalation

As Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov embarks on a pivotal state visit to Pyongyang, the spotlight has fallen on the intensifying military...

15.07.2025 50

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Trump demands NATO allies pay full price for US weapons sent to Ukraine

In a sharp pivot from the policies of his predecessor, US President Donald Trump has announced that NATO allies will now be expected to pay the full...

12.07.2025 40

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AI tools threaten writing, thinking, and learning in modern society

In the modern age, artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how we live, work, and think – sometimes in ways we don’t fully understand or...

12.07.2025 40

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Von der Leyen warns China over support for Russia’s war economy

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has escalated diplomatic tensions between Brussels and Beijing, warning that China’s growing...

10.07.2025 40

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Trump eases off Russia sanctions – While the EU continues to strangle its own energy future

The saga of sanctions on Russia over the Ukraine conflict has taken another twist, highlighting a growing divide between Washington’s pragmatic...

07.07.2025 40

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India’s $12 billion arms boost: Strengthening defense capabilities and domestic industry

India has taken a significant step toward bolstering its military capabilities with a landmark decision to approve arms and ammunition purchases...

06.07.2025 50

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Rohingya refugees face crisis as education access collapses in camps

The plight of the Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh has taken a devastating turn as education, one of the few lifelines available to displaced children,...

04.07.2025 60

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Germany’s military reawakening and the balance of power in Europe

The 2025 NATO Summit in The Hague marked a critical juncture for the Western alliance and, more significantly, for Germany’s evolving role in...

02.07.2025 50

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Slovakia threatens to veto EU’s new Russia sanctions over energy security concerns

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has issued a strong warning to the European Union, declaring that his government will block the bloc’s proposed...

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US strikes on Iran set back nuclear program, but didn’t destroy it

The dramatic US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, carried out on June 22, were intended as a bold show of force – a decisive blow meant...

26.06.2025 60

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NATO summit cuts Ukraine agenda to avoid conflict with Trump

The upcoming NATO leaders’ summit in the Netherlands, long anticipated as a key forum to solidify Western support for Ukraine and advance collective...

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NATO summit convenes amid global crises and Trump’s demands on defense spending

As the 32 leaders of NATO member states gather this week in The Hague, the alliance finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. This is the first NATO...

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Elon Musk fires back at drug allegations with clean test results

Elon Musk has again found himself at the center of media controversy, this time in response to allegations by The New York Times that he has been...

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Trump warns Iran, urges peace deal amid escalating Israel-Iran conflict

US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, vowing massive retaliation if the Islamic Republic targets American assets amid rising...

18.06.2025 40

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Israel requests US involvement in strikes against Iran’s nuclear program

In a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, Israel has reportedly asked the United States to join its ongoing military campaign against Iran,...

17.06.2025 40

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NATO skips Ukraine membership in summit declaration to avoid rift with Trump

As the world watches the latest diplomatic dance within the NATO alliance, it has become increasingly clear that the transatlantic bloc is entering a...

14.06.2025 30

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Russia accuses Ukraine of ‘self-inflicted genocide’ in dispute over soldier remains

In a highly charged diplomatic clash, Russia has accused Ukraine of committing a form of “self-inflicted genocide” by failing to retrieve the...

10.06.2025 40

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South Korea’s new presidency and the future of China-South Korea relations

On June 4, South Korea witnessed a significant political turning point as Lee Jae-myung of the Democratic Party of Korea was elected as the...

07.06.2025 50

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US lifts sanctions on Syria: A new era of regional strategy and uncertainty

In a move that has surprised many observers, President Donald Trump recently announced the full lifting of US sanctions on Syria—a decision with...

03.06.2025 60

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Merz vows to block Nord Stream 2 revival amid fragile Ukraine peace efforts

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has publicly reaffirmed his determination to prevent any attempt to revive the controversial Nord Stream 2 gas...

31.05.2025 30

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EU sanctions on Russia fail to bite as energy trade booms

Despite over two years of sweeping sanctions targeting its economy, Russia continues to thrive economically-fuelled in large part by ongoing energy...

30.05.2025 30

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Poland eyes profitable role in Ukraine’s reconstruction, says Prime Minister Tusk

Poland is positioning itself not just as a supportive neighbor to war-torn Ukraine, but as a strategic beneficiary of its eventual reconstruction....

29.05.2025 30

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Trump blames Putin’s ‘crazy’ escalation amid Ukraine drone attacks

In a dramatic series of statements that surprised political observers and foreign policy experts alike, US President Donald Trump openly criticized...

27.05.2025 40

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Joe Biden reappears in public after stage 4 cancer revelation sparks political firestorm

Former US President Joe Biden has made his first public appearance since disclosing his diagnosis of stage 4 prostate cancer, in a moment that has...

27.05.2025 40

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Putin pushes for ‘buffer zone’ in Ukraine as border attacks escalate

In a stark escalation of military strategy, Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally announced that Russian forces are actively working to...

24.05.2025 20

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Rubio criticizes Biden’s Russia policy as irresponsible, warns of nuclear miscalculation

In a stark critique of the previous administration’s approach to diplomacy, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has accused former President Joe Biden...

24.05.2025 40

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China reaffirms support for direct Moscow-Kiev talks, urges political resolution to Ukraine conflict

In a marked reaffirmation of its diplomatic stance on the Ukraine conflict, China has expressed strong support for the recent revival of direct talks...

23.05.2025 30

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US draws hard line on Iran nuclear talks as Tehran dismisses enrichment ban

Tensions over Iran’s nuclear ambitions have flared once again, as the United States reaffirmed an uncompromising stance on uranium enrichment in any...

22.05.2025 30

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Poland faces polarised run-off between pro-EU and nationalist candidates

Poland’s presidential election is heading for a fierce and polarising second-round run-off after pro-European Union candidate and Warsaw Mayor...

21.05.2025 30

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Romanian presidential frontrunner George Simion accuses Moldova’s pro-EU authorities of election interference

In a dramatic escalation ahead of Romania’s presidential runoff election, frontrunner George Simion has accused neighboring Moldova’s pro-European...

20.05.2025 30

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Putin-Zelensky meeting ‘possible’ amid renewed peace talks between Russia and Ukraine

After years of brutal conflict and stalled negotiations, a glimmer of hope emerged over the weekend as Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov indicated that...

18.05.2025 40

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EU Nations push for mandatory social media age checks amid rising concerns over child safety

As social media platforms continue to entrench themselves in the daily lives of users across Europe, several EU member states are taking a bold step...

17.05.2025 30

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India seeks UN terrorist designation for Kashmir attack perpetrators amid ceasefire

In the aftermath of a deadly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir in April, India has intensified its diplomatic efforts to have The Resistance Front...

17.05.2025 30

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Trump defends acceptance of $400 million Qatari jet gift amid growing criticism

US President Donald Trump is under fire after announcing plans to accept a $400 million Boeing 747-8 aircraft from Qatar, a gift from the Gulf...

14.05.2025 60

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US faces looming default threat as Treasury urges swift action on debt ceiling

The United States could face a catastrophic default on its financial obligations as early as August if Congress fails to raise or suspend the debt...

13.05.2025 40

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Kim Jong un vows to defend Russia against western threats

In a striking display of solidarity with Moscow, North Korean leader Kim Jong un has pledged to defend Russia against any Western-backed assault,...

13.05.2025 30

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Russia celebrates 80th anniversary of Victory Day with grand reception in Dhaka

The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Bangladesh hosted a grand reception at Le Méridien Dhaka on May 11, Saturday evening to commemorate the 80th...

12.05.2025 40

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German intelligence agency grants AfD reprieve amid legal and political backlash

In a stunning development that has shaken Germany’s political landscape, the country’s domestic intelligence agency, the Federal Office for the...

11.05.2025 30

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Germany declares national emergency over migration crisis

In a landmark move signaling a sharp pivot in German migration policy, newly-elected Chancellor Friedrich Merz is set to declare a national emergency...

10.05.2025 40

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Germany implements strict border controls to tackle illegal immigration crisis

In a major shift that signals a stark change in Germany’s approach to immigration, the new government under Chancellor Friedrich Merz has ordered an...

09.05.2025 50

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Romanian PM resigns as anti-EU nationalist surges ahead

In a stunning political shift, Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu announced his resignation on May 5, following a seismic first round of...

07.05.2025 30

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No EU membership for Ukraine without Hungary’s consent

The ongoing friction between Hungary and Ukraine over Kiev’s aspirations to join the European Union has once again come to the forefront, with...

06.05.2025 40

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Germany’s intelligence agency declares AfD ‘extremist’ as party surges in popularity

In a dramatic move with significant political ramifications, Germany’s domestic intelligence agency has officially classified the right-wing...

04.05.2025 40

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