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France and Greece to renew defence pact for another five years

France and Greece are expected to extend their bilateral defence cooperation agreement for another five years during an upcoming visit by French President Emmanuel Macron to Athens, according to a Greek government official. The agreement, originally signed in 2021, established a framework for mutual......

Allies fear rushed US–Iran framework deal could backfire

European allies are increasingly concerned that a rapid attempt by the United States to secure a preliminary agreement with Iran on its nuclear programme could create more problems than it resolves, according to diplomats familiar with the negotiations. The worry is that Washington may prioritize speed......

Shooting reported near University of Iowa campus with casualties confirmed

Authorities in the United States have launched an investigation after a shooting incident was reported near the University of Iowa campus, with casualties confirmed. The incident occurred overnight in an area close to student nightlife, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Officials......

North Korea conducts new ballistic missile test amid rising regional tensions

North Korea has carried out a new test involving at least one ballistic missile, according to regional monitoring sources, marking another step in its ongoing weapons development program. The launch was reportedly detected by military authorities in South Korea, who said the projectile was fired toward......

Israeli soldier killed in southern Lebanon despite fragile ceasefire

An Israeli soldier has been killed during operations in southern Lebanon, marking the second reported fatality since the start of a temporary ceasefire in the region. According to the Israeli military, the soldier died during combat activities near the border area, where tensions remain high despite......

Police neutralize gunman after supermarket shooting in Kyiv

Ukrainian police shot and killed a man who opened fire in a busy district of Kyiv and later barricaded himself inside a supermarket, according to Interior Ministry officials. The incident took place in the Holosiivskyi district, where the suspect reportedly began shooting before taking refuge inside......

Pope Leo XIV continues marathon African tour with visit to Angola

Pope Leo XIV has continued his extensive African tour with a key stop in Angola, marking the third stage of a multi-day apostolic journey across the continent. The visit comes after a high-profile stay in Cameroon, where large crowds gathered to attend public events and religious ceremonies. In the......

Japan and Australia strengthen defense ties with major warship agreement

Japan and Australia have taken a significant step in deepening their strategic partnership by signing a major defense agreement focused on naval capabilities. The deal, valued at up to $14 billion, aims to develop a new generation of advanced frigates to enhance security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific......

Mediation fails in Franco-German fighter jet dispute, raising uncertainty over FCAS

Efforts to resolve a dispute surrounding Europe’s next-generation fighter jet program have failed to produce an agreement, adding uncertainty to one of the continent’s most ambitious defense projects. The disagreement involves companies participating in the Future Combat Air System (FCAS),......

Turkey warns of risks if the United States reduces role in European security

Turkey has raised concerns over the potential consequences of a reduced United States role in Europe’s security framework, warning that such a shift could destabilize the region if not carefully managed. Speaking at a diplomatic forum in Antalya, Hakan Fidan emphasized that discussions are ongoing......

French soldier killed in Lebanon raises tensions in UN peacekeeping mission

A French soldier deployed in southern Lebanon as part of a United Nations peacekeeping mission has been killed, according to an official statement by Emmanuel Macron. The incident has heightened concerns about security conditions in the region and the risks faced by international forces on the ground. The......

US receives 6,000 applications for air traffic control jobs in just 12 hours, officials say

The United States has seen an unexpectedly high level of interest in aviation careers, with thousands of applicants responding to a recent recruitment drive for air traffic control positions. According to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, the Federal Aviation Administration received around 6,000......

Trump says U.S. will maintain blockade despite partial reopening of strait of hormuz

Tensions in the Middle East remain high as the United States announced it will continue its maritime restrictions on Iran, even after reports that the Strait of Hormuz has been reopened to commercial shipping under a temporary ceasefire agreement. Iran’s foreign minister stated that the passage......

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