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EU citizens see political corruption as the norm, new Eurobarometer survey reveals

EU citizens see political corruption as the norm, new Eurobarometer survey reveals

A recent Eurobarometer survey has cast a stark light on the pervasive perception of political corruption across the European Union. According to the...

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US Olympic Committee bans transgender women from women’s sports

US Olympic Committee bans transgender women from women’s sports

On July 21, 2025, the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) announced a landmark decision barring transgender women from competing in...

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Ukraine’s security service raids anti-corruption agencies, sparking political firestorm

Ukraine’s security service raids anti-corruption agencies, sparking political firestorm

In a shocking turn of events that threatens to destabilize Ukraine’s already fragile political environment, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU or...

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Kremlin signals openness to potential Putin-Trump meeting in Beijing

Kremlin signals openness to potential Putin-Trump meeting in Beijing

As international anticipation builds for China’s upcoming World War II commemoration in September, the Kremlin has acknowledged the possibility of a...

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America’s AI-energy strategy signals global shift in industrial leadership

America’s AI-energy strategy signals global shift in industrial leadership

In the heart of Pittsburgh, a city once synonymous with steel mills and industrial smog, a new chapter of American innovation is unfolding – one...

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Zelensky pushes for personal meeting with Putin

Zelensky pushes for personal meeting with Putin

Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has reiterated his call for a direct, face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, arguing that...

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China backs trilateral cooperation with Russia and India amid shifting geopolitical landscape

China backs trilateral cooperation with Russia and India amid shifting geopolitical landscape

In a notable shift reflecting the evolving dynamics of global power, China has announced its support for reviving trilateral cooperation with Russia...

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India’s Jaishankar urges SCO to take ‘uncompromising’ stance on terrorism

India’s Jaishankar urges SCO to take ‘uncompromising’ stance on terrorism

In a forceful address at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers Meeting held in Tianjin, China, Indian External...

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India, China pledge improved ties amid border calm and trade talks

India, China pledge improved ties amid border calm and trade talks

At a high-level diplomatic meeting in Beijing on July 14, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized that relations between India and...

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US Senate halts 500 percent Russia tariff bill as Trump considers own sanctions strategy

US Senate halts 500 percent Russia tariff bill as Trump considers own sanctions strategy

In a notable shift that underscores the reassertion of executive authority in US foreign policy, the Senate has put a temporary freeze on a hardline...

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Trump issues ultimatum to Russia: Peace in Ukraine or ‘severe tariffs’ within 50 days

In a dramatic escalation of rhetoric over the ongoing war in Ukraine, US President Donald Trump on July 14 issued a stark warning to Moscow: reach a...

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Polish President-elect urges Zelensky to allow exhumation of Volyn massacre victims

Polish President-elect urges Zelensky to allow exhumation of Volyn massacre victims

Polish President-elect Karol Nawrocki has formally appealed to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to allow a “full-scale” exhumation of Polish...

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France opens criminal probe into Elon Musk’s X over hate speech

France has launched a criminal investigation into Elon Musk’s social media platform X (formerly Twitter), marking a serious escalation in Europe’s...

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Ruble hits two-year high against US dollar amid strong exports and policy support

Ruble hits two-year high against US dollar amid strong exports and policy support

The Russian ruble has surged to a two-year high against the US dollar, buoyed by a confluence of structural economic factors, government policy...

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Lula rebukes Trump’s tariff threats: ‘The World doesn’t need an Emperor’

In a sharp rebuke of US President Donald Trump’s recent tariff threats, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has publicly denounced what...

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Modi urges BRICS to stand united against terrorism, slams global double standards

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a powerful call for unified action against terrorism during the BRICS summit in Brazil, warning that the...

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Labour’s cautious first year in power: A mandate missed or strategy in progress?

When the Labour Party returned to government in July 2024 with a commanding 172-seat majority, the mood among its supporters was one of jubilation....

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India’s soaring remittance inflows set record, but new global policies pose risks

India continues to maintain its crown as the world’s top recipient of diaspora remittances, with inflows hitting a record $135.46 billion in the...

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India reaffirms BRICS commitment to build balanced multipolar global order

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed India’s deep commitment to the BRICS alliance, underscoring its potential as a cornerstone in...

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Zuckerberg unveils Meta superintelligence labs to chase the future of AI

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced the formation of Meta Superintelligence Labs (MSL), a newly consolidated division within the tech giant tasked...

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South Africa seeks extension of US tariff deadline amid ongoing trade tensions

South Africa has formally requested an extension from the United States on a critical tariff deadline as the two countries continue delicate...

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India rejects Pakistan’s terror accusation after deadly North Waziristan attack

Tensions between nuclear-armed neighbors India and Pakistan have flared once again following a deadly terrorist attack in Pakistan’s North...

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Hungary blocks EU accession talks with Ukraine over sovereignty concerns

In a dramatic turn of events that has dealt a serious blow to Ukraine’s hopes of joining the European Union, Hungary has vetoed a joint EU statement...

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Von der Leyen faces crisis after EU ‘green law’ withdrawal backlash

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is confronting a severe political crisis after two key centrist blocs in the European...

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Russia and Burkina Faso sign landmark nuclear energy cooperation agreement

In a significant development underscoring Russia’s growing engagement in Africa, Moscow has signed a comprehensive nuclear cooperation agreement...

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Trump pushes for Russia’s return to G8 as US delays diplomatic talks with Moscow

In a sign of both opportunity and friction in US-Russian relations, the Biden-to-Trump presidential transition has brought dramatic changes in...

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Putin calls Trump on birthday, discusses Iran and Ukraine conflicts

In a surprise development amid intensifying Middle Eastern and Eastern European crises, US President Donald Trump revealed that Russian President...

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Israel strikes Iran in unprecedented attack targeting nuclear facilities and IRGC officials

On June 13, Israeli forces launched a major offensive against Iran, marking one of the most dramatic escalations in Middle Eastern tensions in recent...

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White House pushes to weaken senate’s tough Russia sanctions bill

The administration of US President Donald Trump is reportedly attempting to significantly weaken a hardline sanctions bill against Russia currently...

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Cyprus political parties took €1 million linked to golden passport scandal

A sweeping set of audits released by Cyprus’s Auditor General has cast a harsh light on the political entanglements of the now-defunct “golden...

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Zelensky criticizes Trump’s Putin call, urges stronger pressure on Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered a pointed message this week in the aftermath of US President Donald Trump’s high-profile phone call...

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Germany at a crossroads: Merz, Taurus missiles, and the risk of Russian retaliation

By all appearances, Friedrich Merz’s recent comments about lifting restrictions on German weapons used by Ukraine have stirred not only political...

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New geopolitical great game in Central Asia competing powers and resources

]et In the heart of Eurasia, a renewed contest for influence is unfolding, drawing in major global powers. The five nations of Central...

27.05.2025 40

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Trump’s visit marks recognition of Gulf’s transformative progress

When US President Donald Trump touched down in Saudi Arabia last week on a return visit to the Gulf, many observers viewed it as just another...

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Trump’s narrow window to forge lasting peace in the Middle East

In the ornate halls of Riyadh last week, amid a convergence of global business and political elites, President Donald Trump made headlines not merely...

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Arab fragmentation meets global tech and economic transformation challenges

By all accounts, the 34th Arab League Summit held in Baghdad should have been a symbol of unity, a platform to reignite Arab collective strength in...

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Why lifting sanctions on Syria might be the lesser evil

Sanctions are not merely a diplomatic tool; they are instruments of pressure that shape lives, economies, and political trajectories. For years, Syria...

22.05.2025 40

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Türkiye’s rise amid Trumpist geopolitics shapes new global order

The second Trump administration’s return to power has triggered a seismic shift in the global diplomatic landscape, and nowhere is this more evident...

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China threat list becomes political theater for some US politicians

In the theater of American politics, some lawmakers have mastered the art of dramatizing threats, and the recurring antagonist in their self-scripted...

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The end of US sanctions on Syria signaling new era for Middle East

In a moment of considerable geopolitical significance, US President Donald Trump announced on May 13, during a high-profile visit to Saudi Arabia,...

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‘Hard-to-Book Ships’ signal resilient and interdependent China-US trade recovery

The recent “hard-to-book-a-ship” phenomenon on China-US shipping routes is more than just a logistical bottleneck-it is a revealing indicator of...

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China-LAC relations enter new era of strategic cooperation and shared prosperity

On May 13, 2025, Beijing hosted the Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the China-Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) Forum-a summit...

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Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia set to deepen US-Saudi economic ties in new tech era

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the landmark US-Saudi partnership, a relationship born out of mutual strategic interest and sustained through...

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Trump’s vision for Middle East peace: Why Riyadh is the right place to start

US President Donald Trump’s decision to make Saudi Arabia his first major foreign stop in his new Middle East diplomacy is a move filled with...

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Sanctioned Assad ally sues activist, exposing corruption in Syrian judiciary

As Syria navigates the tumultuous aftermath of President Bashar al-Assad’s fall from power, a surprising courtroom battle has illuminated just how...

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UK unveils largest-ever sanctions on Russia amid ongoing Ukraine conflict

In a bold move timed to coincide with Russia’s annual Victory Day celebrations, the British government has announced what it claims is its...

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AI and VUCA: The perfect storm for humanity

Artificial intelligence is often portrayed in dystopian scenarios-killer robots, sentient overlords, or apocalyptic sci-fi nightmares. Yet the real...

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Lebanon’s struggle to disarm Hezbollah and end occupation

Lebanon stands at a pivotal crossroads, facing one of the most complex and sensitive challenges in its modern history: disarming Hezbollah without...

09.05.2025 40

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Supreme Court backs Trump’s transgender military ban, marking a major shifts in US policy

In a significant ruling that could reshape the future of military service in the United States, the Supreme Court has voted 6–3 to uphold President...

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A new era for UK-EU relations: Cooperation amid global uncertainty

After years of bitterness and uncertainty following Brexit, a new spirit of cooperation is finally taking root between the United Kingdom and the...

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