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

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

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

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

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

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...

17.06.2025 50

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

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...

10.06.2025 40

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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...

07.06.2025 50

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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...

07.06.2025 40

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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...

30.05.2025 30

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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...

23.05.2025 40

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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...

21.05.2025 30

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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...

20.05.2025 30

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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...

17.05.2025 30

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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...

14.05.2025 20

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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...

13.05.2025 40

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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...

13.05.2025 40

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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...

11.05.2025 40

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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...

10.05.2025 40

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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...

07.05.2025 40

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NATO’s emerging opportunity: A constructive role in Syria’s stabilization

More than two decades after the launch of the Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI), NATO finds itself at a strategic crossroads. As it looks to...

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US clarifies stance on Ukraine conflict mediation amid growing frustrations

The United States remains committed to supporting peace efforts in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Secretary of State Marco Rubio...

04.05.2025 40

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Powering the future: Why energy and infrastructure are the backbone of AI’s revolution

The explosive growth of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries, economies, and societies at a breakneck pace. But behind the rapid...

03.05.2025 30

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Europe’s military crisis exposes vulnerability to external and internal threats

It is often said that military strength underpins political power. Joseph Stalin’s reputed quip, “How many divisions does the Pope have?” still...

03.05.2025 30

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Modi and Saudi Crown Prince forge a stronger strategic partnership amid global turmoil

Despite the abrupt end to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Saudi Arabia following the horrific violence in Pahalgam, the single day he spent...

01.05.2025 20

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China achieves green energy milestone and leads global transition

At the end of March 2025, China’s installed capacity of wind and photovoltaic (PV) power reached 1.482 billion kilowatts, officially surpassing...

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Africa’s shift from aid dependency to true self reliance

For much of the post-colonial era, Africa’s development model has been deeply entangled with foreign aid. Billions of dollars flowed into the...

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Ankara bridges NATO-Egypt relations amid regional security challenges

Ankara’s foreign policy ambitions have taken a new turn as Türkiye intensifies efforts to foster closer ties between NATO and Egypt. This strategic...

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US Dollar hits three-year low amid Trump fed clash and tariff chaos

The US dollar plunged to its lowest point in three years on April 21, reflecting deepening investor unease over President Donald Trump’s escalating...

23.04.2025 30

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Moscow Film Festival Celebrates War Stories, Killer Grannies and Unconventional Tales from Global Cinema

The 47th Moscow International Film Festival (MIFF), one of the oldest cinematic celebrations in the world, opened its curtains this Thursday to a wide...

21.04.2025 20

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US and Ukraine sign rare-earth deal signals shift toward transactional alliance

The United States and Ukraine have signed a preliminary memorandum outlining a rare-earth minerals partnership, a development signaling a deepening...

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China’s economic resilience surprises the World with a strong first quarter

China has once again defied expectations, posting a robust 5.4% year-on-year GDP growth in the first quarter of 2025, with a quarter-on-quarter...

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Iran’s diplomatic opening: A chance to win over the Arab Gulf

For decades, Iran’s relationship with its Arab Gulf neighbors has been defined by mutual suspicion, regional competition, and geopolitical rivalry....

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CICPE 2025 highlights China’s commitment to global trade and innovation

From April 13 to 18, the 5th China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) is unfolding in the southern island province of Hainan, underscoring...

15.04.2025 20

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US and Iran resume nuclear talks in Oman amid tensions

After years of diplomatic silence and increasing hostility, Iran and the United States have reopened a critical line of communication centered on...

15.04.2025 20

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US-Russia rapprochement could stabilize Syria and reshape the Middle East

As relations between the United States and Russia begin to show signs of improvement under President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin, the...

12.04.2025 40

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Globalization prevails despite trade barriers and protectionist policies

In recent years, the world has witnessed a resurgence of trade protectionism, often masked under the rhetoric of “fairness” and “national...

10.04.2025 30

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EU’s reluctance to enforce ICC warrant against Netanyahu exposes fragile international law

In a candid and controversial revelation, Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has confirmed what many critics of international justice have long...

08.04.2025 30

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Trump’s support for Le Pen sparks diplomatic tensions as French PM calls it ‘interference’

US President Donald Trump has once again found himself at the center of a transatlantic controversy-this time, for his vocal defense of Marine Le Pen,...

07.04.2025 30

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Dismantling USAID and building Africa’s path to self-reliance

In 2015, then-Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta delivered a speech at the Pan-African Parliament, cautioning against the long-term dangers of...

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France investigates threats against judge in Marine Le Pen trial

The French authorities have launched a fresh investigation into threats made against the judge who presided over Marine Le Pen’s high-profile trial,...

03.04.2025 40

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