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Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with UAE and closes airspace
Algeria has abruptly cut diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates and closed its airspace to Emirati aircraft, citing hostile regional actions and policy disputes.
French father jailed for threatening to behead primary school teacher
A French father has been jailed for six months after threatening to behead his son's primary school teacher, reviving memories of Samuel Paty's 2020 murder.
Xi Jinping to visit India for BRICS summit amid thawing ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit India for the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, marking his first trip in seven years as the two nations work to stabilize relations.
Philippine passenger ferry fire leaves dozens missing and at least 5 dead
A fire aboard the passenger ferry MV June Aster off the western Philippines has left at least five people dead and dozens missing as rescue operations face severe weather challenges.
Canada offers air defense support for Ukraine as Zelenskyy visits
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Canada to secure a new aid package including C$350 million in air-defense interceptors and energy loan guarantees.
Senegal Seeks New Oil and Gas Investors Under Tougher Local-Content Rules
Senegal is placing 109 of its 113 oil and gas blocks on the open market, launching a sweeping investor roadshow and asserting greater national control.
Japan protests new UN map over Kuril Islands depiction
Japan has formally asked for revisions to a newly adopted UN world map, arguing that its depiction of the Kuril Islands creates territorial misconceptions.
Israeli strike in Gaza kills four people including two children
An Israeli strike in northern Gaza killed four members of a family as regional tensions flare alongside Houthi advances in Yemen and new diplomatic rifts.
A Russian Drone Delayed Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s Plane In Moldova As War Escalates
A Russian drone incursion forced the temporary closure of Moldovan airspace, delaying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's flight to Norway.
Pakistan warns Iran: Houthi attacks could activate Mecca defence pact
Pakistan warned that ongoing Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia could trigger the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey. The strikes have injured 73 civilians and prompted intense diplomatic scrutiny across the Middle East.
UK and Norway foil Russian submarine plot to survey undersea cables
UK and Norwegian militaries led an operation to monitor Russian submarines and thwart a clandestine operation simulating sabotage on undersea cables.
Nuclear blast maps show devastation in 10 UK cities as Russia warns West
Updated nuclear blast projections reveal the devastating impact an 800-kiloton strike would have on major urban centers amid renewed warnings from Moscow.
Somalia urges digital infrastructure investment at Korea-Africa finance forum
At the eighth Korea-Africa Finance Cooperation Conference in Seoul, Somalia's finance minister called for critical investments in energy, fibre optics, and data systems.
Trump promises $5,000 dividend to Americans if Republicans retain Congress
US President Donald Trump has pledged a $5,000 federal payout to every adult American if the Republican Party retains control of both chambers of Congress.
Jiang Xueqin warns US economic strangulation of Iran drives global conflict
Analyst Jiang Xueqin warns that US economic strangulation of Iran is driving a structural shift toward World War III through economic warfare and blockades.
Trump says oil prices will drop after U.S. midterm elections
President Donald Trump stated that oil prices spiked by the ongoing Iran conflict will not ease until after the U.S. mid-term elections.
Philippines ferry fire leaves five dead and 87 missing off Palawan
At least five people have died and 87 remain missing following a passenger ferry fire off the coast of Palawan province in the Philippines.
Trump gives $45,000 to White House aide Natalie Harp and others
President Donald Trump distributed $155,000 in holiday cash gifts to four close White House aides, sparking a debate among legal experts over federal salary rules.
Zelenskyy's plane 'almost hit' by drone; Trump says Putin wants Ukraine deal
A flight carrying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faced conflicting reports regarding a drone near-miss during takeoff from Moldova, coinciding with new US claims about peace talks.
Trump gave $45,000 holiday gifts to Natalie Harp and two other White House aides
Newly released financial disclosures reveal Donald Trump gave cash gifts to top White House aides, igniting concerns over federal salary rules.